Experienced State and Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer PennLaw, LLC is a law firm focusing exclusively on the practice of criminal law in both state and federal court. From our offices in Pittsburgh, Butler, and Erie, we represent clients throughout Pennsylvania and surrounding states in cases involving drug charges, white collar crimes, violent crimes and other felonies and misdemeanors. Former law enforcement officer Attorney Stephen M. Misko has extensive experience on both sides of the criminal justice system. As a former law enforcement officer, federal investigator and prosecutor, he knows how agents and prosecutors will prepare and present their case against you. He will use that knowledge to explore and exploit every legal window of opportunity for your benefit. “I firmly believe it is my responsibility to stand and fight aggressively for your future. I will represent you with integrity and honesty and will be available when you need me.” Stephen M. Misko We Go Beneath the Surface of the Evidence Effective criminal defense is more than just defending against the facts in evidence. While the prosecutor places a priority on getting a conviction, your attorney’s obligation is to protect your constitutional rights throughout the judicial process. That’s why our experience with the law, rules of evidence, state and federal sentencing guidelines, court procedures and the expectations of individual judges and prosecutors is so important. Protecting your future means looking beneath the surface of the charges to tell your story and aggressively fight for a fair outcome that is right for you. If you face criminal charges in Pennsylvania or any Federal court, attorney Stephen M. Misko will stand up for your rights and freedom. Free Consultation ? Payment Plans ? Reasonable Flat Fees ? Call Anytime We charge reasonable, flat fees for our services because we know you will have questions and request specific advice over the next several weeks and months. In fact, some cases can take years to resolve. Sometimes, you may just want to call and talk about your concerns. We don’t think it is right to bill you whenever you have a question. You can depend on PennLaw, LLC for responsive service and aggressive representation at all stages of the legal process.
Former DUI Prosecutor in Western Pennsylvania If you have been charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI), the next few decisions you make will have a significant impact on the outcome of your case. You will be trusting your lawyer to help you get through this with the best possible outcome. At PennLaw, you get experience you can rely on. Free Consultation ? Call Anytime ? Reasonable Flat Fees ? Payment Plans Attorney Stephen M. Misko is a former prosecutor who has been involved in thousands of DUI cases on both sides of the courtroom. Our firm uses our experience and knowledge of Pennsylvania laws and local judges and prosecutors to fight aggressively to protect your rights and your driving future. It is critically important to get your lawyer involved early. Contact us right away. We Handle Your Case by Looking at Three Important Factors Every DUI case offers a new set of circumstances, but each one has some variables in common that we explore when seeking a positive outcome. First, we look at the arresting officers decision to make the traffic stop. Did the police have reasonable suspicion to pull you over? Did they violate any of your Fourth Amendment rights regarding probable cause for making an arrest? We investigate every detail of their decision, from the moment they activate their overheads, to determine whether your charges can be dismissed or reduced because of a violation of your rights. Second, we move our investigation from the traffic stop to the officers decision to administer a field sobriety test. We examine the officers decision to ask you to step out of your car. What was said at the scene? How was the test administered? How were the results interpreted? Pennsylvania laws are specific, but decisions are often subject to an officers own opinions and biases. Finally, we investigate what happened after the arrest. Did the officer have probable cause to arrest you? We look at the blood alcohol content (BAC) results and how the testing procedures were done. Where were you taken for a test? What municipality administered the breath test? What hospital did you go to for the blood test? Did you fully understand your rights before you took the test? Any abnormal test procedure may result in having your charges dismissed or reduced. Evidence Can Be Manipulated by the Prosecutor Experience is Critical Every DUI case goes beyond the facts in evidence. A successful defense often hinges as much on your constitutional rights as on the facts presented by the prosecutor. Thats why your lawyers experience on both sides of the DUI courtroom is so important. We know how police and prosecutors gather and interpret evidence. We also know that mistakes in judgment and procedure often lead to an acquittal. We look beyond the facts, to protect your rights and tell your story.