On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Apr 22, 2020 | criminal defense
If you are planning a trip to the Erie, Pennsylvania, area later this year for hunting or any other pursuit, you should familiarize yourself with the applicable state laws about weapons. For example, the guidelines for concealed weapons may differ from those in your...
On behalf of Conner Riley Friedman & Weichler | Mar 30, 2020 | criminal defense
When you face criminal charges, you will either go to a state court or a federal court. It depends on the criminal charges as to which court will hear your case. If you face federal charges, your case will involve a federal prosecutor and take place in federal court....
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...
