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Does New Jersey Have Misdemeanors?
One common question the office receives is whether New Jersey has misdemeanors, and how those charges compare to Pennsylvania criminal offenses. Lawyer Michael Kotik reviews charges in both states and here are some of the key differences between New Jersey and Pennsylvania. NJ: Disorderly Persons / Petty Disorderly Persons vs. PA: Misdemeanors & Summary Offenses…
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Refusing to Provide Blood in a PA DUI
If you refuse to provide a blood sample during a DUI stop in Pennsylvania, there are serious consequences that can cost you your license or worse… your freedom — even if you are not ultimately convicted of DUI. License Suspension for Refusal Once the arresting officer submits their report to PennDOT, your driver’s license will…
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What is Pennsylvania Act 44?
Understanding Pennsylvania’s Act 44: Early Termination of Probation and Probation Review Conferences (PRCs) Act 44 —signed into law in December 2023 and fully in effect as of June 11, 2025—is one of the most significant probation reforms in Pennsylvania history. The law creates a uniform, statewide process that allows eligible individuals to earn early termination…
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PFA Violation PA (Pennsylvania)
PFA Violation PA: What Does it Mean? A Protection From Abuse Order (PFA) is a civil court order issued to protect an individual who can demonstrate that another party has abused them or threatened abuse. PFAs are common throughout Montgomery County, Bucks County, Chester County, and Delaware County, and Pennsylvania as a whole, and they…
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Why Michael Kotik Reviews Matter
When you’re facing criminal charges, choosing the right attorney isn’t just important — it’s essential. Attorney Michael Kotik reviews show that every case must be thoroughly reviewed the moment it enters the firm, a proper review sets the foundation for strategy, options, and ultimately the path toward the most favorable outcome. How SKA Law Group…
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Michael Kotik Reviews Beyond Google
Where do People Look When Finding a Lawyer? When people start looking for a lawyer, they usually turn to the obvious places—Google searches, ChatGPT, online attorney databases, and public reviews. Those tools are helpful and absolutely part of the process. But one of the most reliable methods is often overlooked: peer review within the legal…
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Why Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
In my opinion, when you’re facing serious criminal charges and the possibility of real jail time, you want a criminal defense lawyer that focuses solely on criminal law. As Michael Kotik of SKA Law Group often emphasizes, the law is constantly evolving. New case law, updated courthouse procedures, and shifting policies from various District Attorney’s…
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What Is a Preliminary Hearing?
A preliminary hearing in Pennsylvania Courts is typically the first major step in a criminal case. As Michael Kotik of SKA Law Group explains, the purpose of a preliminary hearing is not to determine guilt or innocence, but rather to decide whether the charges brought against an individual are properly supported by sufficient evidence. The…