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Sexual Assault Laws and Penalties
The term sexual assault, in layperson terms, usually refers to an attack on a person that is sexual in nature. The legal definition of this term actually differs, however, from state to state.
Summary Judgments and Pretrial Judgments: Civil and Criminal Trials
Once a criminal trial has begun but before it goes to the jury, it's possible for a defendant to obtain a not-guilty verdict from the judge.
Expunging or Sealing an Adult Criminal Record
Even years after a criminal conviction, a criminal record can interfere with your ability to obtain employment, housing, and professional licenses. Is it possible to clear a criminal record after an arrest or conviction?
How to Handle a Bench Warrant or Failure to Appear in Pennsylvania
If you fail to appear for court in a civil or criminal case in Pennsylvania, the court can issue a bench warrant for your arrest.