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2019 Was a Big Year for Criminal Justice Reform in Pennsylvania
The last year saw some landmark legislation and major changes criminal justice system to the Pennsylvania criminal justice system, many of which were long overdue. Here is just a quick overview of some major changes to the state’s criminal laws that came in 2019 that will have far-reaching effects for many years to come. Justice […]
Pennsylvania Law Has Five Times More Criminal Offenses Today than in the 1970s
A recent report from the American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania opened the state up to some criticism of its criminal justice system. According to the report, the state’s criminal code had 282 offenses in 1972, but that number rose to 636 by 2010 and more than 1,500 in 2019, meaning there are now five […]
Facing Criminal Charges in Pennsylvania
Steps to take when arrested in Berks County Arrest in Berks County or anywhere in Pennsylvania means legal trouble, and that means contacting an attorney as soon as possible. Protecting you and your rights is the job of an experienced defense lawyer. If arrested, retaining an attorney focused solely on criminal defense is essential. If […]
