Criminal Law Attorney In York, PA
TRAFFIC
Being issued a traffic citation does not mean that you are considered automatically guilty, however traffic tickets should not be taken lightly. If you pay your traffic citation without contacting The Law Office of Farley G Holt this could result in unwanted points being placed on your license. Multiple infractions can result in the loss of your license. We believe it is your right to contest any summons you may receive to protect your driving record in Pennsylvania.
SUMMARY NON-TRAFFIC
Summary offenses can include basic traffic citations such as speeding tickets but also can include many non-traffic related violations such as harassment, disorderly conduct, bad checks and retail theft. Although such charges are not as serious as misdemeanors and felonies, they must be taken seriously. These will appear in criminal background checks and can result in up to 90 days of incarceration plus fines. It is important you contact us if you have been charged with a summary offense.
MISDEMEANORS/ FELONIES
The state of Pennsylvania has three categories of misdemeanors: first, second, and third-degree offenses. First-degree offenses are the most serious type while third-degree are the least serious. First degree offences can result in 5 years imprisonment and $10,000 in fines. Some misdemeanor crimes have mandatory minimum sentences as well. Do not make any decision about your case until you have consulted with The Law Office of Farley G Holt because misdemeanor offenses within Pennsylvania can carry significant penalties, an experienced defense lawyer should be considered absolutely necessary.
The Law Office of Farley G Holt has extensive experience in all types of felonies. Our office handles murders, possession with intent to deliver, all types of sex offenses, burglaries, and robberies. Felony 1 offenses carry up to 20 years imprisonment and $25,000 fines, these are very serious cases. Do not go to court without contacting a lawyer. Our office will fight vigorously to defend you in court.
The Law Office of Farley G Holt has extensive experience in all types of felonies. Our office handles murders, possession with intent to deliver, all types of sex offenses, burglaries, and robberies. Felony 1 offenses carry up to 20 years imprisonment and $25,000 fines, these are very serious cases. Do not go to court without contacting a lawyer. Our office will fight vigorously to defend you in court.
APPEALS
Pennsylvania has special rules for filing criminal appeals. You have a limited amount of time to act before you lose your right to appeal. Appeals can be made as Post Sentencing Motions, Direct Appeals, Post-Conviction Relief Act (PCRA) Appeals, and in rare cases Habeas Corpus Actions. Both at the federal level and at the state level, The Law Office of Farley G Holt can help you. If you have been convicted of a crime in the York, Pennsylvania area contact us immediately for consultation.