Check washing is a type of check fraud where someone alters handwritten checks to steal funds from the checking account owner. They steal the check, often from an outside postal box, and the thief “washes” it by by using common household chemicals to remove the ink. Once they remove the ink, the scammer can rewrite […]
What Is the Penalty for Carrying a Gun Without a Permit in Pennsylvania?
The penalty for carrying a concealed gun without a permit in Pennsylvania depends upon whether you face a third-degree felony or first-degree misdemeanor. A third-degree felony conviction could result in up to seven years imprisonment and $15,000 in fines, while a first-degree misdemeanor carries up to five years imprisonment and $10,000 in fines. However, a […]
What is a Felony in Pennsylvania?
Answer: Felonies are the most serious criminal classification in Pennsylvania. They encompass a wide range of crimes, such as murder, drug trafficking, arson, and embezzlement. Pennsylvania laws recognize three classes of felonies as 1st-degree (F1), 2nd-degree (F2), and 3rd-degree (F3) while penalizing murder convictions under different statutes. Felony convictions can have a significant impact on […]