Criminal Defense
Handling All FEDERAL & STATE CRIMES
Scranton & Tunkhannock Areas Premier Criminal Defense Attorneys
Serving Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Wayne & Wyoming Counties.
If you been charged with a crime or you believe you are under investigation? Contact The Law Offices of Ackourey & Turel P.C. Our firm has offices located in Scranton and Tunkhannock Pennsylvania. We offer a 24/7 FREE CONSULTATION on all criminal cases. We will travel, if necessary, to the jail to see your loved one.
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Our lawyers have a proven track record of getting the results for our clients.
Over 40 Years of Combined Legal Experience
Our criminal attorneys regularly handle a wide range of criminal defense cases, including adult and juvenile cases throughout Scranton, Tunkhannock, Wilkes Barre, Montrose, Honesdale, Towanda and all of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Some of the criminal cases we have handled include:
- Murder - Homicide
- DUI - Driving Under the Influence
- Drug Charges
- Robbery, Burglary, Theft
- Sex Offenses including Rape
- Guns and Weapons Charges
- Traffic Tickets
- Disorderly Conduct/Harassment Charges
- Offenses Committed on Federal Lands
Differences between felony & misdemeanor charges
Felony charges are more serious crimes than misdemeanors.
Classifications for misdemeanors:
- First-degree misdemeanors (up to five years in prison)
- Second-degree misdemeanors (up to three years in prison)
- Third-degree misdemeanors (up to 1 year in prison)
Classification for felonies:
- First-degree felonies (up to 20 years in prison)
- Second-degree felonies (up to 10 years in prison)
- Third-degree felonies (up to 7 years in prison)
Differences between State & Federal charges
One difference between state and federal cases involves where a crime may have occurred. If someone commits a crime on federal property or in more than one state, the crime may be classified as a federal crime. If so, your case will be held in Federal Court. Some federal criminal cases include:
- Drug crimes
- Guns and weapons charges
- White collar crimes
On the other hand, many criminal charges in Pennsylvania are governed by state laws at the county level. Such crimes include:
- Assault and battery
- Theft
- Driving under influence of alcohol (DUI)
Remember you have the right to remain Silent!
Before speaking to law enforcement, contact The Law Offices of Ackourey & Turel P.C. Our firm has offices located in Scranton and Tunkhannock Pennsylvania.
If you have one call to make, call us at 570-836-3600 or 570-342-4242 for your FREE CONSULTATION.