Author Archives: David R. Eshelman
Judges May Order Community Service as Part of a Sentence
Community service, occasionally known in the legal world as community restitution, is a type of punishment in criminal law levied with the intent to benefit a community that has somehow been harmed by an offender. Judges typically order community service in addition to other forms of punishment, including fines, probation and/or imprisonment. Community service may […]
How Does Bail Work in Pennsylvania?
Bail is cash or property an arrested person can put up to ensure his or her appearance in court when it is ordered. Posting bail allows you to get out of jail and await your court appearance — but under strict rules. Only judges are responsible for setting a defendant’s bail. Because most people want […]
Are Employers Liable for Assault Occurring in the Workplace?
Assault in the workplace is an unfortunate reality that must be confronted by employers and employees alike. It can be prevented when both sides take the proper steps to avoid conflict or address any issues before a situation escalates. But when assault occurs in the workplace, is the employer liable? The answer is “yes” in […]
What Does it Mean to be Accused of Drug Manufacturing?
Manufacturing any type of drug is strictly forbidden unless you have the proper licenses from both state and federal authorities. Drug manufacturing charges most commonly arise in cases involving a person growing his or her own marijuana or cooking methamphetamine. However, it may also occur in any situation in which a person participates in the […]
An Overview of Drug Paraphernalia Possession Charges
Possession of drug paraphernalia may be second only to drug possession charges as one of the most common criminal charges in just about any jurisdiction. Just about anything could be considered drug paraphernalia in the right circumstances, but the most common items classified as such include bongs, glass pipes, roach clips and syringes. Every state […]
Berks County Man Arrested After Committing Bank Robbery
A 31-year-old man from Berks County was arrested and charged with committing a bank robbery the morning of January 29 at Fulton Bank in West Manchester Township. On the morning of the robbery, the man allegedly walked into the bank with his hood up and gloves on his hands, handing a note to the teller […]
State Senator Proposes Changes to Pennsylvania Felony Murder Rule
Pennsylvania State Senator Daylin Leach is drafting legislation that would remove the existing felony murder rule from the language that defines second-degree murder in Pennsylvania. Currently, individuals in Pennsylvania who are convicted of second-degree murder receive a mandatory life sentence. Second-degree murder differs from first-degree murder in that it is not premeditated or necessarily intentional. […]
Former Pennsylvania Credit Union CEO Charged with Embezzlement
A former York County credit union CEO has been charged with embezzling more than $250,000, according to officials from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The 53-year-old woman from Red Lion was a CEO and office manager at HD York Federal Credit Union. Information from the federal officials reveals she allegedly […]
Police Stop More Drugged Drivers on Pennsylvania Roads
State data shows there are fewer people who are getting behind the wheel while drunk in Pennsylvania today than in previous years. However, more people are operating motor vehicles while under the influence of drugs, something that may be attributed to the growing heroin and prescription drug crises in the region (and across the country). […]
Pennsylvania Woman Charged with DUI After Box of Prescription Drugs Found in Vehicle
A Pennsylvania woman was charged with driving under the influence after she crashed her vehicle near the Holland tunnel in New Jersey, according to Port Authority police. The 54-year-old Pottstown, Pennsylvania resident was also charged with careless driving, reckless driving and failure to yield at an intersection. She had previously been involved in another car […]
