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Are Miranda Warnings Always Required in Pennsylvania?
The short answer is no. Miranda warnings are one of the most widely recognized, yet most misinterpreted aspects of law. Movies and television often portray Miranda rights as what police must read in every interaction. In reality, Pennsylvania law is far more nuanced. At SKA Law Group, attorneys Amato Sanita, Michael Kotik, and our team…
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How Does Pennsylvania Select Jurors in Philadelphia Criminal Trials?
In Philadelphia criminal cases, jurors are selected through a structured process governed by Pennsylvania law and administered locally through the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania. The process has two major phases: For defendants facing charges in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Criminal Division at the Criminal Justice Center in Center City, jury selection is…
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Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions in Pennsylvania
Criminal charges in Pennsylvania can place any defendant at risk, but for individuals who are undocumented or otherwise lack lawful immigration status, the stakes are significantly higher. What begins as a criminal arrest or charge can quickly escalate into long-term immigration consequences—especially if the case results in a criminal conviction. Understanding the immigration consequences of…
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Can You Lose Your Driver’s License for a Marijuana Charge in Pennsylvania?
Surprisingly, the answer used to be yes—but that is no longer the case. Overview: Can You Lose Your License For A Marijuana Charge in PA? Under current Pennsylvania law, simple possession of marijuana or another controlled substance, by itself, does not result in a driver’s license suspension. In the past, Pennsylvania imposed mandatory license suspensions…
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PA DUI Court Process: How Prosecutors Establish a DUI Case in Pennsylvania
Understanding the PA DUI court process is critical if you are facing Driving Under the Influence charges. In Pennsylvania, prosecutors must prove each legal element of a DUI offense beyond a reasonable doubt. A DUI case is not just about a breath or blood test result—it is built step-by-step through constitutional and evidentiary requirements. At…
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