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- Scranton Kidnapping Case Moving Forward
- Scranton Sex Crimes
- Poconos Murder Charges
- Wilkes-Barre Drug Free Block Party
- Seven Arrests at Taylor DUI Checkpoint
- Scranton Drug-Related Robberies
- Wayne County Burglaries, Home Invasion
- Monroe County Home Invasion
- New Superintendent in Scranton Diocesan Schools
- West Scranton Underage Drinking Charges
- Scranton Heroin Charges
- Scranton Property Crimes, Scranton Violent Crimes
- Pike County Zane Grey Exhibit
- Scranton Sex Crimes
- Luzerne County Felony Defense
- Innocent Ohio Man Free after 29 Years
- Alleged Gang Members Arrested on Drug Charges in Monroe County, Firearms Charges Pending
- Police Seize Heroin, Crack and Cocaine in Wilkes-Bare Drug Bust
- Mid Valley's Alcohol Use Policy in Conflict with State Law
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- Wayne County Sex Crimes
- Pike County Drug Charges
- Lackawanna County Courthouse Crime Watch Focuses on Scranton White Collar Crime
- Scranton White Collar Crime Lawyer
- Old Forge Gunman Arrested
- FBI Interviews Lackawanna County Commissioner
- Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Drug Lawyer Ponders Orwell
- Thoughts from a Pocono Criminal Defense Lawyer
- Scranton Detective Arrested on Suspicion of DUI
- Schuylkill Hate Crimes Attorney
- Scranton Juvenile Felonies Attorney
- Dickson City Armed Robbery
- Luzerne County White Collar Crime
- Scranton PA Child Pornography Lawyer
- Scranton, PA Drug DUI
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- Pike County Child Pornography
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| December 13, 2009 |
| Scranton Juvenile Felonies Attorney |
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| "Juvenile" and "felony" are two words nobody wants or expects to see used together in a newspaper article, but in yesterday's Times-Tribune, we learned that ten young boys aged fourteen through fifteen from the Scranton area have allegedly committed a series of crimes that include robberies, armed robberies, burglaries and auto thefts over the last four months. Police say more arrests are likely to follow.
Each of these kids is going to need an experienced Scranton felonies attorney who is also a premier Scranton juvenile crimes attorney. The parents of these kids should remember that success rates are much higher in criminal cases where the defendant has an experienced and dedicated criminal defense lawyer as an ally.
Juvenile defendants may easily fall victim to overzealous prosecutors and law enforcement officers fighting for a case win. A child may even be charged as an adult, as seems to be the case with at least one of the Scranton kids in this article, and if convicted then could face incarceration in an adult jail or prison.
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| October 08, 2009 |
| Wilkes-Barre DUI |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Wilkes University students publish a student newspaper, The Beacon, which recently made an excellent case in favor of Wilkes-Barre's need for establishing more DUI checkpoints near Public Square. Citing accident reports and local and national statistics, an opinion piece in the paper argued that checkpoints set up every weekend in the vicinity of the square would deter drunk drivers and, potentially, save lives.
In my lifetime, the public's attitude and the laws regarding drunk driving have changed dramatically. Unfortunately, not everyone's behavior has changed as a result.
If you have been arrested for Wilkes-Barre DUI, then you probably have a lot of questions that you need answered. A Wilkes-Barre DUI lawyer from Rogan Law can provide you with answers to your questions and can address any additional concerns you may have regarding DUI, DWI or OUI charges. An experienced Wilkes-Barre DUI attorney can help defend you against any of these charges, even if a breath or blood test showed your BAC to be over the legal limit.
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| September 27, 2009 |
| District Attorney Investigates Wyoming County School Crime |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| Another incident at a local high school football game, this time involving students from Dallas Area High School, has grabbed news headlines.
The Times-Tribune reports that the Wyoming County district attorney's office is investigating reports that members of the Dallas High School football team urinated on the tennis courts at Tunkhannock High School during halftime at a recent game.
Tunkhannock's district superintendent reportedly supports the investigation, rejecting the idea that the two districts could resolve the situation informally via conversations between the schools' principals and athletic directors. In fact, he intends to take things a step further, contacting the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to see if they, too, will take action against the students.
Without condoning the alleged activity (yuck - what were you thinking?), I wonder whether this incident really requires getting these kids involved with the courts.
I know that if my kid were being investigated, I would hire a lawyer immediately.
Don't wait until things get totally out of hand. Contact Rogan Law today to speak with a Wilkes-Barre criminal defense lawyer who has extensive experience in the juvenile criminal justice system. Let us put our expertise to work for you.
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| September 16, 2009 |
| South Scranton Heroin Arrests |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports that two young Lackawanna County men were arrested yesterday after police found them in possession of over three dozen packets of heroin. The young men, from Carbondale and Archbald, were charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession with intent to deliver and possession of drug paraphernalia.
The Partnership for a Drug-Free America calls heroin "a highly addictive drug" that "affects the brain's pleasure systems and interferes with the brain's ability to perceive pain." Though the news reports don't state whether the police suspect that the young men in question were users as well as dealers, one has to wonder at the power that heroin had over those young men's lives, which will be forever changed.
In my practice, I see time and time again lives destroyed by heroin abuse. Depending upon the amount of heroin involved in the alleged drug offense, and upon your criminal record, a conviction for a heroin drug crime could mean time in jail or prison, fines of up to many, many thousands of dollars, probation, and drug rehabilitation or counseling.
If you have been charged with a drug offense involving heroin, then you will need to speak with a Scranton drug crime attorney. A Scranton drug crime lawyer from Rogan Law will provide you with the legal assistance and support you need to have a chance at overcoming your heroin charges.
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| September 04, 2009 |
| Increased Police Presence at Scranton High School Football Game |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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Have you seen WNEP's report about the increased police presence scheduled for tonight's football game at Scranton's Memorial Stadium? The report states that the number of police working the game will more than double, and that rowdy students and recent gang activity are the reasons why.
The school superintendent reportedly believes that policing the games more intensively will yield no harm, and has stated, "We want to send a message. We are not going to tolerate any nonsense at the games and we expect everyone to be on their best behavior." Parents agreed, saying that they valued the increased protection.
The school superintendent and the police are sending a message, apparently with public support. But is it the right message?
According to the ACLU, the numbers of children being arrested for minor disciplinary actions - things schools used to handle without police - are growing. Kids of color and students with disabilities comprise a disproportionate number of those caught up in this "school-to-prison-pipeline." Such arrests significantly increase the likelihood that students either will drop out of school or will fail academically.
Treating our kids - especially black and latino kids and kids with special needs - like criminals unnecessarily moves them toward the criminal justice system and away from academic success. I don't know about you, but I call that harm.
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| September 04, 2009 |
| Economics, Education and Crime in Northeast Pennsylvania |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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Today's Times-Tribune reports that at least ten preschools in Lackawanna, Wayne and Susquehanna counties have either remained closed or are on the verge of closing due to the state budget impasse.
The article also discusses new research which suggests that kids who attend preschool are only half as likely to wind up in prison as kids who do not.
The article then segues back to economics, with the Scranton Police Chief pointing out that, "It costs more today to have somebody in state prison than it costs to send someone to college at Penn State University for one year."
What struck me about this article was the seamlessness of the transition among the three topics: economics, education, crime.
If research showed that preschool made no difference - or worse yet - that former preschoolers inordinately comprised the prison population, then would we value education less? Does education have no inherent value?
Similarly, if the financial cost of imprisoning our young people remained less than the cost of college, then would we be happy to keep sending them to prison?
I fear we are becoming a culture in which the majority would say that education is only as important as the income it generates, and that the value of everything - even freedom - can be measured in dollars and cents.
That, to me, is as scary as the scariest crime statistic out there.
Keeping people who should not be in prison out of prison is a big part of my job. It means something - something more than money - to the people I serve. Check out some of my client testimonials to see what I mean.
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| August 28, 2009 |
| ESU Rape Charges Untrue |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Pocono Record reports today that a young woman who claimed to have been raped at knifepoint at East Stroudsburg University (ESU) now admits she made up the incident to call attention away from her real problems.
This is the second time since July that Monroe County police have investigated what turned out to be a false rape report.
In both the ESU case and the earlier case, police, fortunately, did not apprehend suspects who fit the descriptions given by the young women. Had they done so, two innocent young men's lives would have changed forever - all because of lies.
Rape remains a serious, widespread and dangerous problem. Experts from the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) estimate that 1 in 6 women and 1 in 33 men will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime. Victims report elevated rates of depression, post-traumatic stress disorders, drug and alcohol abuse, and suicidal impulses. If you or someone you know has survived a rape or a sexual assault and need help, then you may anonymously and confidentially contact a trained counselor by calling 1-800-656-HOPE.
But the fact remains that not every rape allegation turns out to be true - and not everyone who makes a false claim has the decency to retract it. Rape cases often come down to one person's word against another's, and in these cases it is especially important to investigate whether the alleged victim might be making a false claim.
If you are charged with rape in Monroe County, then you need a Stroudsburg sex crime lawyer who will work hard to find any evidence that may help your case and who will do everything he can to expose instances of false allegations so that your reputation and freedom are not placed at risk.
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| August 20, 2009 |
| Local Gang Members Charged with Criminal Homicide in Lackawanna County |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| The Times-Tribune reports that police have arrested three members of the Bloods street gang, including two West Scranton High School students, on criminal homicide charges. The three young men - ages 17, 18 and 25 - were sent to Lackawanna County Prison without bail.
West Scranton High School's website states that the school "is a microcosm of the community it serves." This likely is true - and the fact that at least two of its students have become involved with an organization as violent as the Bloods says a great deal about the serious problems facing our cities and schools.
Last spring, the Times-Tribune reported that Scranton officials finally admitted, after years of denial, that gangs were operating in the city. Since 2005, nearly 400 likely or confirmed gang members have entered Lackawanna County Prison; at any time, 8% to 12% of the county's 900 inmates are suspected or confirmed gang members.
Though many local people blame the emergence of gangs on an influx of people from Philadelphia, New York and New Jersey, we must also admit that young people born and bred in our area are becoming involved with gangs and we must ask how we may begin turning things around.
Prevention is key, since once a person becomes involved with a gang and its criminal activities, he or she puts their whole future at risk.
A competent and knowledgeable Scranton criminal defense lawyer can help someone who has been caught up in the criminal justice system because of his or her gang affiliation get back on track.
If you have been charged with a gang-related crime in Lackawanna County, then you need a Scranton criminal defense attorney who can defend your rights and your freedom. If you need help, then you should contact Rogan Law today. |
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| August 12, 2009 |
| Stroudsburg, PA Criminal Defense Lawyer |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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In this morning's Pocono Record, I saw that the organization is having an ongoing event at Borders in Stroudsburg. Through September 7th, customers can purchase books at the store and donate them in support of a local children's reading program.
This is just one service that the Kiwanis Club provides. Globally, the organization works with UNICEF to eliminate iron deficiency disorders, the leading preventable cause of mental retardation. Locally, the Kiwanis Club provides holiday gifts and food baskets as well as other services to families in need, and involves young people with community service and leadership projects.
What does this have to do with a Stroudsburg, PA criminal defense lawyer? Over and over again in my work, I see how the environment in which people are raised impacts their ability to behave responsibly and make good decisions. I am grateful for organizations like the Kiwanis Club that act upon a sense of shared responsibility for the social challenges that exist in our communities and our world, and work to instill that sense in our young people.
Sometimes, learning about responsibility becomes intensely personal. When someone has been arrested or is facing criminal charges, it may feel like the walls are closing in.
In such a situation, regardless of whether the accusations are true, you need to take immediate responsibility for your future. That means reaching out to a Stroudsburg, PA criminal defense attorney who can help you decide what decisions you should make next.
At Rogan Law, we are happy to offer a free case evaluation to discuss your options and to explore the rights you have.
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| July 06, 2009 |
| Monroe County Juvenile Crimes |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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This post about Monroe County juvenile crimes is really an addendum to an earlier entry.
I recently wrote about two students from Monroe County who were accused of weapons charges. While the news media contained details about the first offender, it said little about the second, as he was 15 years old, and therefore subject to the juvenile criminal justice system.
When juveniles under the age of 18 commit a crime they may be punished (treated) accordingly under juvenile law, which was founded upon the premise that young people (minors under the age of 18) are fundamentally different than adults, both in terms of level of responsibility and potential for rehabilitation. So, instead of being sentenced to jail like an adult would for committing the same crime, the juvenile may be ordered into juvenile detention or home arrest under strict probation. The purpose is to rehabilitate the offender.
If you are a minor and are under investigation for a crime in Monroe County, or if you are the parent of a child who has been arrested for a criminal offense in Monroe County of elsewhere in northeast PA or the Pocono Mountain region, then you should speak with a Monroe County criminal defense lawyer at Rogan Law.
An experienced defense attorney will be able to advise you about what actions to take and will explain the juvenile criminal justice system to you so that you are fully aware of what is going on at all times. Your lawyer will make sure that your rights are protected and that your best interests prioritized as your charges are resolved.
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| July 05, 2009 |
| Monroe County Weapons Charges |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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| This past June, two students from the Monroe County Pleasant Valley School District were accused of weapons charges.
An 18-year-old student was accused of bringing a .38-caliber handgun to the high school and leaving it in a parked car.
During a metal detector search, a 15-year-old student was allegedly found with a 7.5 inch knife.
Though neither student committed an act of violence or even of threatened violence, both face serious criminal weapons charges, in addition to school expulsions under Act 26, which prohibits PA students from bringing weapons onto school property and requires administrators to notify law enforcement and to expel the offender, in most cases.
What should you do if you or someone you know is being investigated for a weapons offense or gun violation in Monroe County or elsewhere in northeast PA or the Poconos? Find representation from an experienced criminal defense lawyer right away. Contact a Monroe County criminal defense attorney at Rogan Law.
In order to build an effective defense strategy for your case, your lawyer will need adequate time to prepare. The sooner you consult with an attorney at our firm the better off your case will be. The longer your lawyer has to find information and gather evidence, the greater the odds that he or she will be able to find a defense to your weapons charges, which is why you should act immediately.
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| May 12, 2009 |
| Defending the Legal Rights of Students in Northeast Pennsylvania |
| Posted By Patrick M. Rogan |
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Today, I am thinking about the opportunities I have had to defend the legal rights of students in northeast Pennsylvania.
Students are on my mind because this month, hundreds of thousands of students nationwide will participate in the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network’s (GLSEN) 13th Annual Day of Silence. Participants will remain silent throughout a school day to symbolize the silencing effects bullying and harassment have on students perceived as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT).
Their efforts, tragically, will fall on the birthday of Carl Joseph Walker-Hoover, a Massachusetts middle school student who would have turned twelve on April 17th had he not committed suicide in early April after enduring sustained, daily bullying from his peers for his perceived sexual orientation. Carl’s mother had repeatedly, unsuccessfully pleaded with the school to intervene.
The General Assembly of Pennsylvania recently amended the Pennsylvania School Code to prevent situations like Carl’s in our state. As of January 1, 2009, all our schools must have an official, well-publicized anti-bullying policy that clearly delineates disciplinary consequences for bullying and identifies which school personnel hold responsibility for responding to complaints.
Unfortunately, that an amendment exists does not necessarily mean it will be properly implemented. Too often, educators fail to follow the law, turn a deaf ear and a blind eye to students’ complaints and parents’ demands, and insist that they know best when it comes to students’ best interests.
I have a proven track record defending the legal rights of students in northeast Pennsylvania. I can help students fight back against unfair accusations and advocate on their behalf when their rights are denied. If you have reached an impasse with your school, don’t give up. Call Rogan Law to schedule a free consultation today.
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