In Pennsylvania, the crime of Underage Drinking is called Purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages and appears under Title 18 Pa. C.S. 6308. carrying a fake ID There are a number of defenses to the charge of...
State Intermediate Punishment
by Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Feb 12, 2017 | State Intermediate Punishment
State Intermediate Punishment is a program called SIP which is helpful for inmates in the Pennsylvania State Prison system with drug or alcohol problems. If you have been convicted of a drug-related offense and are looking for options other than State Prison,...
Homicide charges vary greatly in severity
by Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Feb 10, 2017 | Violent Crimes
Taking another person's life is an action that can have a huge impact on your future. If you are taken to the homicide division of the police department, you should understand what comprises homicide. This can help you as you plan your defense against the charges...
Violent Crimes Causing or Risking Catastrophe
by Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Feb 7, 2017 | Violent Crimes
In Pennsylvania, one of the types of violent crimes that you can be charged with is the crime of causing or risking catastrophe. It is a crime in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to cause a major panic in a public place. This crime is known as causing...
Violent Crimes Propulsion of missiles
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Feb 5, 2017 | Violent Crimes
Violent Crimes Propulsion of missiles. There are a numerous amount of Violent Crimes that an individual can be charged with in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. One of these Violent Crimes is Propulsion of Missiles. There are two different parts to the statute of...
Flight to avoid apprehension
by Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Feb 1, 2017 | Flight
In Pennsylvania, it is a crime to try and avoid consequences from the law. This crime is known as flight to avoid apprehension, trial or punishment. A person commits this crime if he willingly conceals himself or moves or travels within or outside this Domestic...