On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Jan 9, 2020 | criminal defense
Fraud is the act of intentionally deceiving others for personal gain. The perpetrator is often in pursuit of monetary gain, and it usually involves convincing a victim of something while having full knowledge that the information is false. These types of cases...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Dec 7, 2019 | criminal defense
Finding yourself mixed up with a DUI charge during the holidays can put a damper on celebrations. Time spent with family and friends may soon turn sour if you wind up calling from jail. Pennsylvania law enforcement is cracking down on those who drink and drive,...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Apr 26, 2018 | criminal defense, Firm News
Pennsylvania police recently arrested a couple and seized numerous items from two different vehicles. The arrests came after police claim they spotted a man attempting to hide on the floorboard of a vehicle located in a gas station parking lot. The man and the female...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Feb 22, 2018 | criminal defense, Firm News
Being charged with theft in the state of Pennsylvania is a very serious offense. The consequences of a theft conviction depend largely on the value of the items that were stolen and whether the person accused had been convicted of theft in the past. It would be in...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Feb 13, 2018 | criminal defense, Firm News
Law enforcement officials in Pennsylvania receive numerous tips about supposed drug activity throughout the state. These tips often lead to the seizure of illegal substances and the dismantling of various drug operations. Four people in Elk County will likely need to...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Jan 3, 2018 | criminal defense, Firm News
Your career is more than just important to you — it is the key to your livelihood. If you rely on a license to practice your profession and are facing criminal charges, your professional license could be on the line. Constructing a solid criminal defense...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Dec 7, 2017 | criminal defense, Firm News
Some Pennsylvania police officers would have defendants facing criminal charges believe that they have little to no rights. This is incredibly inaccurate, as defendants have several rights that protect them from unjust authorities and illegal action. Most people...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Nov 16, 2017 | criminal defense, Firm News
Criminal charges in Pennsylvania are typically in one of two categories — misdemeanors or felonies. For the most part, felonies are more serious allegations that carry harsher penalties than misdemeanors. Being charged with a felony is no small matter, and a...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Oct 31, 2017 | criminal defense, Firm News
Early action is almost always a good idea when you are under investigation for a criminal offense in Pennsylvania. This means taking the first step toward a comprehensive criminal defense plan should usually take place before charges are ever filed. You might be...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Sep 25, 2017 | criminal defense, Firm News
Despite what TV shows and movies might depict, citizens are not required to hand over their property to police simply because they were asked. The U.S. Constitution protects Pennsylvania citizens from any type of illegal search and seizure of their property....
