- Child Support
- Child Custody and VisitationIn addition, many people convicted of these crimes will also lose their right to carry a firearm, may be required to participate in an intervention program such as drug rehabilitation or an anger management class, or may be deported if they were in the country unlawfully. It’s also quite common in these cases for the guilty party to lose custody of their children or be denied their parenting visitation rights. Even before your trial takes place, you could be subject to a protection from abuse order (PFA) that can drastically limit the amount of interaction you can have with family members such as minor children, including a temporary custody order removing them from your care.
- Spousal Support
- Child AbuseWe take every matter seriously, whether it is a DUI or an appeal. The team at our law offices knows that your future hinges on the outcome of your case. In one notable situation, for example, Mr. Strand was able to get child abuse charges withdrawn and the report of the incident expunged. Thanks to victories such as this, Mr. Strand has an Avvo "Superb" rating, and he was listed as one of Main Line Today's Top Lawyers eight years in a row.
- Criminal DefenseIf you are facing weapons violation charges, hiring a strategic Pennsylvania criminal defense attorney in your area is crucial to help build your best defenses. At Strand Law Offices, LLC, we have the diligence and resources to defend and represent clients in their weapons violation cases. Also, we will fight aggressively to defend your freedom, dispute the accusations against you with factual evidence, and improve your chances of a brighter tomorrow.
- DUI/DWIOne of the most important alternative sentencing programs in Pennsylvania is the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program, which is meant to steer first-time, nonviolent offenders into rehab programs in order to avoid a harsher sentence such as steep fines or jail time. The majority of ARD participants have been charged with drunk driving, but the program also serves people facing a variety of other nonviolent charges. ARD eligibility standards and program requirements vary significantly by county, so schedule a free initial consultation to hear more about the specific options available to you.
- Traffic ViolationsSince 2000, our attorney has fought on behalf of individuals facing a variety of charges, including DUI, drug crimes, assault, traffic violations, and more. No matter what criminal offenses you’ve been accused of, one thing remains the same: you are innocent until proven guilty. We’ll fight to ensure that you’re treated with respect from start to finish.
- Sex CrimesSome acts that fall under this designation are sexual and physical abuse of a partner or minor child, threatening or intimidating a family member until they feel they’re in danger of imminent bodily harm, sexual assault, rape, incest, recklessly causing bodily harm, or false imprisonment.
- FraudFraud is a broad category that includes criminal charges of intentionally using ​​deceptive practices with the goal of monetary or personal gain. Fraud cases involve knowingly misrepresenting yourself, your services, or your capabilities to another party. Examples include...
- BurglaryPenalties come in the form of fines and jail time, which both increase with the severity of the crime, with the harshest penalties coming with felony charges. Additionally, if your charge involves firearms or motor vehicles, or if it’s coupled with other charges such as burglary, vandalism, or trespassing, the penalties often increase. These are all serious offenses and should be handled as such. Even a summary offense for stealing something valued at under $50 can still show up on your criminal record.
- White Collar Crimes
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsBecause there are so many different types of theft, it’s essential that you have an experienced attorney with a broad knowledge of what each charge means and the best way to fight it. Charges can be classified as misdemeanors or felonies. Misdemeanor charges range from first degree to third degree, with first degree being the most severe and applying to cases in which the stolen property is valued at over $2,000. Anything over this amount would result in a felony charge.
- Embezzlement
- Drug CrimesA drug crime conviction can leave you with a permanent criminal record, thousands of dollars in fines, and land you in jail or state prison. That is why it is critical to start developing a defense strategy to fight the drug crime charges from the moment you get arrested. If you have been arrested, you can – and should – refuse to talk to the police before you speak with a lawyer.
- AssaultPennsylvania law recognizes two types of assault charges: Simple and aggravated. The two charges are associated with severe penalties. However, aggravated assault carries more serious punishment.
- Identity TheftFor example, someone may make false entries into an accounting book at their business hoping to pay less in taxes, or they may forge checks and use them to buy goods. Another example could be misrepresenting the value of a piece of art and falsely claiming it’s an antique or collector’s item in order to receive a higher selling price.
- ShopliftingUnder Pennsylvania law, theft covers a range of charges and includes any time you’ve taken, transferred, or exerted control over someone else’s property. This applies to movable property (tangible items like cars, clothing, jewelry, cell phones, and laptop computers) and immovable property (such as real estate or other physical property that can’t be moved). It can also refer to charges other than property crimes like the taking of services. Examples of this would be not paying for medical treatment or using utilities without paying for them. Theft also covers charges like shoplifting, motor vehicle theft, theft by deception or extortion, or looting.
- Forgery
- Extortion