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- Can You Get Jail Time For Carrying A Gun Without A Permit In Pennsylvania?
Dec 15, 2025
Yes, you can face jail time for carrying a gun without a permit in Pennsylvania. However, the outcome depends on key details, including where you carried, how you carried, and whether you could have qualified for a license to carry in the first place. Pennsylvania law draws a hard line between simply owning a firearm and carrying it in certain ways. As a result, people often get charged even when they did not intend t...Read More - Accused of Domestic Violence in Pennsylvania? How Criminal Charges and PFAs Work Together
Nov 28, 2025
How Pennsylvania PFAs and Domestic Violence Charges Collide, and What That Means for You You never expect a phone call, an argument, or a bad night at home to turn into criminal charges and a court order telling you where you can live and who you can talk to. Yet in Pennsylvania, that is exactly what happens to many people every day when a domestic dispute leads to both criminal charges and a Protection Fro...Read More - What Are the Penalties if You Refuse A Breathalyzer In Pennsylvania?
Oct 30, 2025
If a law enforcement officer stops you on suspicion of At Muckler Law, LLC, we don’t just defend cases; we fight for justice. Based in Kingston, PA, and serving clients across Northeastern Pennsylvania, we handle these issues routinely. We understand how overwhelming such a stop can be. In this article, we’ll explain exactly what Pennsylvania law requires, the consequences of The Legal Basis: Implied Consent in Pennsylvania Under Pennsylvania’s implied consent law ...Read More - Charged with Intimidation or Terroristic Threats in Pennsylvania? What You Need to Know
Sep 26, 2025
Being At Muckler Law, LLC, we understand how stressful and confusing this moment can be. Whether you are in Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton, Scranton, or elsewhere in Luzerne County, you may be worried about jail, your record, and what this will mean for your future. It is important to know that a charge is not the same as a conviction. There are defenses available, and with the right guidance, you can protect your rights and mov...Read More - When Facing DUI Charges in Northeastern Pennsylvania: What You Need to Know
Aug 22, 2025
An arrest for At Muckler Law, we draw on significant courtroom experience to help people navigate DUI charges. Our founding attorney is a former Luzerne County Assistant District Attorney, which gives us insight into how prosecutors build their cases. We use that knowledge to create strong defense strategies for our clients. When you work with our firm, you get a team that is trial-ready and dedicated to protecting your future. DUI Laws in Pennsylvani...Read More - Caught With a Firearm During a Traffic Stop in PA? Here’s What Happens Next
Jul 18, 2025
If you're stopped by police in Pennsylvania and they discover a firearm (legal or not), what happens next could lead to felony charges, jail time, and the loss of your gun rights. Here’s what you need to know now. Why Gun Charges Often Start with a Traffic Stop in Pennsylvania In Pennsylvania, many gun-related arrests don’t begin with a weapons investigation. They often start with something as simple as a broken taillight, a missed tur...Read More - DUI With a Minor in the Car? Why It’s a Felony-Level Problem
Jun 12, 2025
If you’ve been charged with DUI while driving with a child in the car, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed, frightened, and unsure of what comes next. This isn’t a standard DUI case. In Pennsylvania, driving under the influence with a minor passenger is treated with added seriousness, and the consequences can be far more severe. At Here’s why What Makes DUI With a Minor a Felony in Pennsylvania? In Pennsylvania, a DUI charge become...Read More - Under 21 and Charged With DUI in PA – What Now?
May 15, 2025
Being charged with a At Zero Tolerance Laws in Pennsylvania: Why Underage DUIs Are Different In Pennsylvania, if you’re under 21, even a small amount of alcohol in your system can lead to a DUI charge. The state follows a zero tolerance policy, which means a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of just 0.02% or higher is enough to trigger a DUI arrest for underage drivers. That’s often less than a standard drink ...Read More - Dismissed, Then Refiled: Criminal Charges Against Luzerne County Resident Head Back to Court
Apr 18, 2025
[ Attorney Later that same day, prosecutors refiled the same set of charges following the dismissal at the preliminary hearing. The case is now active once again, and we continue to advocate for our client’s rights as it moves through the legal system. This matter raises broader questions about free speech, public accountability, and the limits of law enforcement authority in civic spaces – especially when those spaces are intended to support open, democrati...Read More - What Happens If You Refuse a Plea Deal? Pros and Cons Explained
Apr 10, 2025
Understanding Plea Deals in Pennsylvania If you're facing These agreements can resolve cases more quickly, reduce the stress of going to trial, and help avoid the harshest potential consequences. However, no plea agreement is final until it’s reviewed and approved by a judge, who must ensure it serves the interests of justice and fairness. Still, choosing whether to accept or reject a plea deal is a serious decision – one that can have long-ter...Read More
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