West Chester Criminal Defense Blog

Michael DiCindio | June 24, 2019 | DUI

***Note: This blog article is for informational purposes only. Our law firm does not handle matters outside Pennsylvania. *** Getting a DUI in Pennsylvania is bad at any time. When you are already on probation for a different criminal conviction, getting a DUI charge can… read more

Michael DiCindio | June 21, 2019 | DUI

Many teens and young adults look forward to turning 21 so that they can start drinking alcohol. Some teens and adults who are under the age of 21 simply don’t wait and begin drinking while they are still too young. If you drink alcohol and… read more

Michael DiCindio | June 19, 2019 | Terroristic Threat

You might think that threatening another person with violence is okay in Pennsylvania as long as you do not act on your threat. However, in some situations, making threats of violence is illegal and can potentially lead to serious consequences. For example, if you call… read more

Michael DiCindio | June 14, 2019 | Criminal Law

“Stand your ground” laws have been particularly divisive ever since the case involving the shooting death of Trayvon Martin by George Zimmerman in 2012. Some critics of these laws have referred to them as “shoot first” laws. Proponents of these laws argue that innocent people… read more

Michael DiCindio | June 10, 2019 | Criminal Law

If you have a criminal record, it can seriously impact your life. A conviction can cause you to lose your job or to have problems finding a new position. Some convictions may cause you to lose your ability to get financial aid for school. You… read more

Michael DiCindio | June 7, 2019 | DUI

Being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol in West Chester, Pennsylvania can result in serious consequences that can have a negative impact on your life. If you are a first-time DUI offender, your DUI charge will likely be a misdemeanor offense that will… read more

Michael DiCindio | June 3, 2019 | DUI

Drunk driving stops, arrests, and convictions occur frequently in Pennsylvania. Most people are acquainted with someone who has been stopped, arrested, or convicted for drunk driving. Because of how common these types of cases are, many people think that they know what you should do… read more

Michael DiCindio | February 12, 2019 | DUI

DUI/driving under the influence offenses is some of the most frequently charged criminal offenses in Pennsylvania. When someone is charged with driving under the influence (DUI) offense they may immediately feel a sense of hopelessness because their liberty, driving privileges, and reputation may be impacted. This… read more

Michael DiCindio | October 25, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Located in downtown West Chester, Chester County, Pennsylvania and built in 1900 – the firm’s building has undergone a top to bottom renovation/restoration with the idea of preserving and repairing the building to the beauty it once was and providing Mike’s client’s with a comfortable… read more

Michael DiCindio | August 23, 2018 | DUI

One of the first things that people call and ask is, “What do I do when I am charged  with a DUI” The crime of Driving Under the Influence or “DUI” is likely the most commonly charged crime in Pennsylvania. With law enforcement targeting DUI… read more