Criminal Defense

The Different Layers of Drug Possession Those found guilty of drug possession are some of the most harshly charged people in the United States. Even in 2024, the number of people incarcerated for drug crimes is over 360,000. When you are facing a drug possession charge, you need to contact a criminal defense attorney immediately. It’s crucial to be aware of the many types of drug...

Don’t Walk Into Your Motion Hearings Blind If you’ve been charged with a crime, navigating the legal process can be intimidating. More often than not, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side to represent you in court. One of the ways that a lawyer will help you in this difficult situation is by filing pretrial motions. The right pretrial motions can help you...

Attorneys have been defending people accused of crimes in the United States since the country was founded. In some ways, it has been broken down into a science. No two cases are the same, but cases from yesteryear can help criminal defense attorneys today.  After defending people for so long, there have been a few criminal defense strategies that have formed. They’re not rigid...

Crime in the Keystone State has declined significantly. In 2022, there were 309,981 crimes committed in Pennsylvania, and by 2023, that number had dropped to 222,473. Of those crimes, 5,938 were robberies. While crime reduction is a positive development, there are still individuals being charged with robbery who need to understand the potential consequences they may face. The penalties for...

Protect Your Child Against Juvenile Delinquency Charges In Pennsylvania, a juvenile is someone who is over the age of ten but under the age of 18. If they committed a crime before turning 18, they are typically tried as juveniles unless they reach 21 years old before their trial is over. When charged with a crime as a juvenile, the offender will be prosecuted in a different court, with...

Accused of Impaired Driving at a Police Checkpoint? DUI checkpoints are not something everyone has experienced. They are typically only set up in the evening when people are more likely to drink and on popular drinking holidays. You may understandably not be familiar with DUI checkpoints and how they work, but it only takes one bad interaction with one to ruin your life. To be safe,...

After years of experience as a criminal defense law firm, Pike Law understands that even a single drug charge can have extensive ramifications on your life, even if you’re not found guilty. Not only are you at risk of severe legal consequences but your reputation and future opportunities may also be at stake. Pike Law will provide a comprehensive overview of the penalties for each type of...

About to be Convicted of a Felony or Misdemeanor? Pike Law Can Help Crime is categorized and recorded based on seriousness, and two of the most common terms you may deal with if you face a criminal charge are felony and misdemeanor. These two labels cover most criminal charges outside of traffic crimes. It’s important to understand the differences in case you or a loved one are charged...

Searching cars is a common practice for law enforcement. Police officers often search cars when gathering evidence or solving crimes. They can also check suspicious vehicles. It’s a routine process that happens more frequently in real life than you think.  As leading criminal defense attorneys, we often face the question: When is it illegal to search your car in Pennsylvania? Law...

Facing criminal charges can be an incredibly daunting experience, one that requires a strong legal advocate to safeguard your rights and freedom. In Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA), John B. Pike, Attorney at Law, has been a trusted name in criminal defense for over 25 years.