Category: Defending Your Rights

When two people exchange gunfire, most people assume both individuals are guilty of a crime. Many believe that pulling a gun and firing back means losing your legal right to self-defense. However, Pennsylvania self-defense law is far more nuanced. Firing a weapon during a fight does not automatically make you a criminal. Under Pennsylvania Code…

Many people in Delaware County think that an active warrant will eventually just expire. They believe that if they stay out of trouble or wait long enough, the warrant will go away. That is simply not true. The Pennsylvania legal system does not work that way. If you have an active warrant, Attorney William Burrows…

If you or a loved one face criminal charges in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, you probably want fast answers. It is tempting to open an AI chatbot on your phone. You might think AI can research the law and help you defend yourself. However, using AI for criminal defense is very risky. Technology is changing the…

In New Jersey, the potential for a criminal case to be thrown out relies heavily on the specific details of the incident, the quality of the evidence, and the state’s capacity to meet its legal obligations. Insufficient Proof to Substantiate Guilt A criminal prosecution cannot advance without adequate proof. One of the primary causes for…

The Commonwealth can legally refile criminal charges under certain conditions. Prosecutors only need to establish a “prima facie” case, presenting just enough evidence to demonstrate that a crime likely took place and that you are probably the person responsible. Because this legal threshold is much lower than the standard required for a trial conviction, a…

When you are dealing with a theft charge in Delaware County, paying the alleged victim back—what the court calls restitution—is a major part of the legal process. Sometimes, figuring out a way to pay this money back can help your lawyer negotiate a better deal, and it might even help you avoid a criminal conviction…

Firearm charges in Delaware County are a very big deal, especially if you are not legally allowed to carry a firearm. When the police and courts look at your case, they really focus on whether the gun had bullets in it at the time you were arrested. Even though every situation is different, cases involving…

When the District Attorney’s Office files multiple charges for a single incident, it is a calculated move designed to cast a wide net and build immense pressure against a defendant. At SKA Law Group, our criminal defense attorneys, including William Burrows, understand exactly how to counter these aggressive prosecutorial tactics and protect your future in…