If you are facing criminal charges, it is important that you work with an experienced criminal defense lawyer who can safeguard your rights and help you navigate the criminal justice system. This time in your life can be very scary, and an aggressive criminal defense lawyer can advocate for you every step of the way. […]
Reinstating Your License in Pennsylvania
Posted By Law Office of Melvin L. Vatz || 24-May-2017 Even though large fines, jail time, and a mandatory alcohol education class may be part of the penalties you are forced to serve as a result of a DUI conviction, perhaps none is more annoying or restrictive than a drivers’ license suspension. Being forced to […]
What Happens When You Plead “No Contest?”
Posted By Law Office of Melvin L. Vatz || 3-May-2017 When you enter your initial plea in the court, most people think you can choose to declare yourself either “guilty” or “not guilty.” However, there are other options as well. You could choose to declare “no contest” to your charges, which has a slightly different […]
Can Police Search My House Without a Warrant?
Posted By Law Office of Melvin L. Vatz || 27-Apr-2017 If you have watched pretty much any police drama on television, then you have likely heard the term “search warrant” used. You also probably know that this is something the police must obtain in order to search your home, thanks to the Fourth Amendment which […]
Understanding Your Miranda Rights
Posted By Law Office of Melvin L. Vatz || 6-Apr-2017 The right to avoid incriminating yourself is crucial to our criminal justice system in the United States, and utilizing this right is crucial to obtaining a successful outcome to your case. The Supreme Court decision in Miranda v. Arizona set a precedent which says that […]