DiCindio Law LLC | August 20, 2021 | Drug Crimes
The penalties for possessing drugs in Pennsylvania will depend on whether you are charged with simple possession or possession with the intent to deliver. The types of substances and your criminal record can also impact the sentence you might receive. Pennsylvania’s drug crimes penalties are… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | August 13, 2021 | DUI
An increasing number of police departments in Pennsylvania are choosing to ask motorists to submit to blood tests when they are suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Breathalyzer tests are less reliable than blood tests, making them easier for a Chester… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | August 8, 2021 | Assault
The terms assault and battery are often used together in Pennsylvania. While battery is not a separate offense in the state’s criminal law, the statutes covering simple and aggravated assaults incorporate battery. Under the state’s civil tort laws, people can be sued for civil assault… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | August 6, 2021 | DUI
In Pennsylvania, there is a 10-year lookback period for prior DUI offenses. If you were convicted of a DUI within the past 10 years and are charged with a second DUI offense, the penalties you will face will be more serious. The penalties you might… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | August 4, 2021 | DUI
Millions of Americans have occupational licenses to perform their jobs, including many people in various professions in Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth requires people in many different occupations to secure licenses, and licensed professionals are heavily regulated. Depending on your profession, a DUI could potentially result in… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | August 2, 2021 | DUI
Some people in Pennsylvania have DUIs from other states, leading them to wonder how their out-of-state convictions might affect their driving privileges in the Commonwealth. Since Pennsylvania shares borders with six other states, out-of-state DUIs are fairly common issues. Many people choose to drive to… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | July 30, 2021 | DUI
The criminal court process in Pennsylvania can be very confusing for most people who are charged with DUIs. In many cases, people who are charged with DUIs have never been involved in criminal cases and have no knowledge of how the system works. When you… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | July 28, 2021 | Driving Under the Influence \ DUI
In Pennsylvania, police officers often ask people who they suspect to have engaged in driving under the influence to undergo blood tests. These chemical tests are used to determine whether people might have the presence of alcohol or drugs in their systems. When a blood… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | July 26, 2021 | DUI
Even though you might have been arrested for a DUI in Pennsylvania, your arrest is not evidence of your guilt. It is possible to challenge your prosecution and potentially get your case dismissed. However, doing so successfully will likely require you to retain an experienced… read more
DiCindio Law LLC | July 23, 2021 | DUI
If the police arrested you for driving under the influence of alcohol, you were likely asked to submit to a chemical test to determine the concentration of alcohol in your system. When you take a breath, blood, or urine test, you might wonder how it… read more