Author Archives: kusturisslaw
Prescription Medicine and DUI
It is a common misunderstanding amongst our society that if you have a valid prescription for medication than you can not get in trouble for taking it. When it comes to Driving Under the Influence there is nothing further from … Continue reading
Juvenile Delinquency – No Laughing Matter
Juvenile delinquency, also known as “juvenile offending,” or “youth crime,” is the participation in illegal behavior by minors (individuals younger than the statutory age of majority). In Pennsylvania our legal system prescribes specific procedures for dealing with juveniles, such as … Continue reading
The Importance of a Preliminary Hearing
What is a Preliminary Hearing? Technically speaking a Preliminary Hearing is a proceeding before a judicial officer, in most cases a District Justice, in which the District Justice must decide whether a crime was committed, whether the crime occurred within … Continue reading
Think before you consent!
In everyday society a lot of time is spent talking about the fact that you should never talk to the police and/or give a statement without first talking to an attorney. This constitutionally protected right is highlighted on the news, … Continue reading
Protection from Abuse
Pennsylvania’s Protection From Abuse Act originally passed in 1976 and was one of the first legislative acts in the nation designed to provide comprehensive civil remedies to victims of domestic violence. While originally passed in 1976 it was amended in … Continue reading
Sandusky Waiver; Smart Move?
Yesterday morning, December 13, 2011, Former Penn State Football Coach, Jerry Sandusky waived his preliminary hearing in his sex-abuse trial. This decision has shocked the legal community. While every attorney approaches a case differently, Sandusky’s decision to waive his first … Continue reading
Assault Crimes in Pennsylvania
Media, PA Criminal Defense Attorneys An Assault charge may be leveled against someone when that person threatens violence/attempts to commit violence against another or when the person has actually struck or attacked, or otherwise committed unwanted physical contact upon another. … Continue reading
Drug Arrests Made at Boeing Plant in Delaware County
On September 29, 2011, Federal agents swooped down on the Ridley, Delaware County, Boeing plant and arrested more than 30 current employees. At a press conference held later in the day, U.S. Attorney Zane Memeger, indicated that the arrests were … Continue reading
Diabetes and Driving Under the Influence
Diabetes affects about 25.8 million people in the United States. It is a disease in which the body does not properly produce or use insulin, one of the primary hormones that regulate blood sugar levels. In defending a driving under … Continue reading
Expungements…Should I get one?
Simple answer, Yes! If you have been convicted of a summary offense, made an admission to a juvenile offense, have been acquitted of a criminal offense or have participated in a diversionary program, it is worth your time and money … Continue reading
