DiCindio Law LLC | October 25, 2021 | Criminal Law
Whether you might be charged with a domestic violence or non-domestic violence offense depends on the relationship between you and the alleged victim. A broad variety of offenses can be charged as domestic violence offenses, and Pennsylvania does not have a separately defined crime called… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 22, 2021 | DUI
Some people in Pennsylvania are charged with DUIs when they are visiting other states. If you have been convicted of a DUI in another state, you might wonder how it might affect you in Pennsylvania. Each state has its own DUI laws. When you get… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 20, 2021 | DUI
If you are convicted of a DUI in Pennsylvania, you will have to undergo a drug and alcohol assessment before you are sentenced. This assessment is used by the courts to determine any treatment that might be needed. There are also some DUI programs that… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 19, 2021 | Weapons
In Pennsylvania, knowingly lying on a firearm application can lead to serious trouble. Anyone who tries to buy a gun from a retail store must undergo a state and federal background check. If you lie on your application form in connection to your background check,… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 18, 2021 | Child Pornography
Child pornography offenses in Pennsylvania are serious felony crimes. In addition to the potential for a long prison sentence and lifetime sex offender registration, being accused of child pornography can also lead to significant social stigma, job loss, problems finding housing, and other ongoing problems…. read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 15, 2021 | DUI
While any DUI charge in Pennsylvania carries serious potential penalties, Chester County PA DUI arrests for DUIs with a minor under the age of 18 in the car can result in even more severe penalties. People who are convicted of driving under the influence with… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 14, 2021 | Criminal Law
Under Pennsylvania law, you are allowed to defend yourself when you face certain types of threats. If it is justified, the law allows you to even use deadly force or a weapon to defend yourself or others. You can even use a weapon, and sometimes… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 13, 2021 | Criminal Law
While people are allowed to represent themselves in court, they must first be found to be competent to do so before a judge will allow them to do so. Even if a person is found to be competent enough to represent himself or herself, however,… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 8, 2021 | Criminal Law
When you purchase a firearm in Pennsylvania, you must complete a federal Firearms Transactions Record Form or Form 4473 and a Pennsylvania Police Application/Record of Sale Form or SP-113. While completing these forms might seem like a straightforward process, some people can be confused by… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | October 7, 2021 | Criminal Law
Being convicted of a DUI in Pennsylvania can lead to severe penalties. If you are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you will face the possibility of jail time, thousands of dollars in fines and penalties, a suspended license, and others…. read more