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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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How Do Private Investigators Play a Role In Strong Legal Defense
Why Do Private Investigators Matter for Your Legal Defense When you hire a criminal defense attorney in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, one of the best ways to determine whether the lawyer truly understands how to build a real defense is by asking whether they work with qualified private investigators. Experienced criminal defense teams—such as Attorney
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Michael Kotik Reviews Case in NJ and PA | Here Are the Main Differences
One common question our office receives is whether New Jersey has misdemeanors, and how those charges compare to Pennsylvania criminal offenses. Attorney Michael Kotik reviews the major differences between the two states. New Jersey Classification of Offenses New Jersey is not a commonwealth jurisdiction, and its criminal statute is structured differently from Pennsylvania’s. In fact,
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How Michael Kotik Reviews the Facts Surrounding Your DUI Case
If you refuse to provide a blood sample during a DUI stop in Philadelphia, there are serious consequences — 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 usually be suspended for one year based only on the
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Early Termination of Probation in Pennsylvania Under Act 44
Pennsylvania’s Act 44, fully effective as of June 11, 2025, is one of the most important criminal justice reforms in state history. The law creates a uniform statewide system that allows people to earn early termination of probation—something that was previously inconsistent and extremely difficult to obtain, especially in cities like Philadelphia. For years, probation
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What Happens When You Violate a PFA in Pennsylvania?
A Protection From Abuse Order (PFA) is a civil court order issued to protect someone who has reported abuse or threats of abuse. PFAs are used widely throughout the Philadelphia region, including Montgomery County, Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County—and especially Philadelphia, where courts handle thousands of domestic-related matters every year. Because of the high
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How Michael Kotik Reviews Your Case
When you’re facing criminal charges, choosing the right attorney isn’t just important — it’s essential. At SKA Law Group, Attorney Michael Kotik emphasizes that every case must be thoroughly reviewed the moment it enters the firm. Michael Kotik reviews build the foundation for strategy, options, and ultimately the path toward the most favorable outcome. What
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Why Michael Kotik Reviews Start With Other Lawyers
Where do People Look When Finding a Lawyer in Philadelphia? 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
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Is It Better to Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer or a General Practice Attorney?
In my opinion, when you’re facing serious criminal charges and the possibility of real jail time, you want a lawyer who does one thing and one thing only—criminal law. The law is constantly evolving. New case law, updated courthouse procedures, and shifting policies from various District Attorney’s Offices can dramatically affect how cases are handled
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