At a Preliminary Hearing, one of two things can happen. The District Justice can hold the charges against the criminal defendant and send the charges to the Court of Common Pleas where the defendant will have a jury trial or the district justice can dismiss the...
Considering self-defense in a violent crime case
by Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 29, 2017 | Violent Crimes
There is hardly ever a need for things to turn violent, but there are also many instances in which you just can't help but allow things to go there. When you do have to get violent, there is a good chance that you are going to end up facing criminal charges for those...
A hate crime is a very serious matter for anyone to face
by Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 24, 2017 | Violent Crimes
Violent crimes are difficult to face, even in the best of circumstances. There are some instances in which you might be accused of committing the violent crime as a hate crime. This adds another layer of challenges and complexities to the criminal case. A hate crime...
Sex Crimes Statutory Sexual Assault
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 15, 2017 | Sex Crimes
Statutory Sexual Assault is a very serious Sex Crimes charge. It is graded generally as a Felony of the second degree therefore punishable by a maximum of ten years in prison and a $15,000 fine. Now Statutory Sexual Assault may also be graded as a felony of the first...