Illegal Transfer of a Firearm Felony Avoided
Our client was charged with illegal transfer of a firearm, a felony, and false reports to law enforcement, a misdemeanor. If convicted, he faced a possible jail sentence. He also faced being forever barred from owning a firearm again, even…
Aggravated Assault, Public Intoxication Charges Withdrawn
Our client was charged with aggravated assault and public intoxication. He was already serving probation on a different charge, and faced an additional sentence from the judge who placed him on probation ass well as the possible jail time for…
Felony Drug Trafficking Conviction Avoided
Our client was charged with felony drug trafficking and misdemeanor drug possession for allegedly having possession of more than 50 marijuana plants. Because of the weight of the drugs involved and the presence of a firearm within the grow operation,…
Possession of Marijuana Reduced to Disorderly Conduct
Our client was charged with possession of marijuana, which is an ungraded misdemeanor. The maximum penalty our client faced was 6 months of incarceration. The Pittsburgh criminal defense lawyers at Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC were able…
Not Guilty Verdict on Aggravated Assault and Criminal Conspiracy Charges
Our client was charged with aggravated assault and criminal conspiracy. If convicted of the charges, she faced a minimum sentence of anywhere from 6 to 12 months of incarceration. She did not want to go to jail and turned to…
Home Confinement for Multiple DUIs
Our client was charged with his third, fourth, and fifth DUIs. For multiple DUIs, he faced mandatory jail time of 1 ½ to 3 years if the sentences for each were served consecutively. He knew he was in trouble and…
Theft Charge Dismissed
Our client landed in hot water when she was accused of theft from her former employer. She was alleged to have stolen about $300. She didn’t face jail time for a theft of that amount, but she had a spotless…
Second DUI Dismissed
Our client faced his second charge of driving under the influence, which meant he could receive a mandatory sentence of 30 days in the Allegheny County jail if convicted. He also faced losing his driver’s license for 12 months, which…
No Conviction for Home Invasion Charges
Police believed our client was involved in an alleged home invasion that was motivated by drugs and gang warfare. Our client was charged with burglary, robbery, aggravated assault, and criminal conspiracy. He faced a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 to…
Possession of a Firearm, Other Serious Convictions Avoided
Our client was charged with illegal possession of a firearm, carrying a firearm without a license, several drug offenses, and a minor charge of resisting arrest. He had a prior criminal record that meant he faced a standard sentencing range…
