-
Jury Selection Process in PA
Jury selection can make or break a Pennsylvania criminal trial. Before any evidence is presented and before witnesses take the stand, the court must choose a group of jurors who can stay neutral, follow the judge’s instructions, and fairly evaluate what they hear in the courtroom. In Pennsylvania, strong jury selection is about more than…
-
Private Investigators and Legal Defense
The Critical Role of Private Investigators in Building a Strong Defense In Pennsylvania and New Jersey, criminal cases often turn on evidence gathered in the earliest stages of an investigation. For the prosecution, police reports, witness statements, and forensic results help build the foundation of their case. But aggressive defense attorneys know that these materials…
-
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…
-
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…
