What does it really mean? Those of us that have had any involvement in the realm of federal contract work for a long enough period of time know someone in the contractor community that has faced or is facing sanctions. Receiving notice of suspension and potential debarment can, and rightfully should, immediately get your attention…

In all aspects of life, there is proper and improper etiquette. For example, when people attend church services, they are expected to dress nicely – usually a suit and tie for men and a dress or skirt and blouse for women. On the beach, a suit and tie would be inappropriate, but a bathing suit…

As a criminal defense attorney and former cop, I’ve spent a lot of time around police. In fact, some of the smartest and savviest people I know are members of the law enforcement community. I know from experience that the days of bumbling “Barney Fife” and the Mayberry P.D. are long gone. Today, for the …

In the past, if a heated argument turned into a physical altercation, the two individuals might get into a fist fight, dust themselves off and shake hands. These days, whenever an argument becomes physical, it could mean that both parties receive a one-way ticket to jail, not to mention thousands in fines. Generally, if someone…

If a criminal defendant is granted probation, parole, or intermediate punishment supervision in Harrisburg or anyplace else in Pennsylvania, this is granted to the defendant with his or her understanding that they will comply with all of the conditions of their supervision. Whenever a person is granted probation, parole, or intermediate punishment, they have to…

If you were recently arrested for a criminal offense in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, you will be interested in Dauphin County’s criminal process. What happens next? What is the difference between the preliminary hearing and the formal arraignment? Will you have to go to trial, or is there another option? Please continue reading as we offer a…

Were you, or someone you love recently arrested for a drug or alcohol-related offense in Harrisburg or anywhere else in Dauphin County? If so, we would like to tell you about something called “drug court,” a program designed for non-violent offenders who have a drug or alcohol problem. If an offender qualifies for Dauphin County…

If someone is accusing you of rape or another sexually motivated crime, it’s vital that you familiarize yourself with Pennsylvania’s laws pertaining to sexual offenses. If the state is filing criminal charges against you, it will be up to the prosecutor to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a crime was committed. If you are found…

In the United States, we have two different types of courts – state courts and federal courts. In effect, we have two types of crimes, which are state and federal crimes, but what is the difference? Federal crimes are established by Congress and are prosecuted in federal court, whereas state crimes are established by state…

Are you, or someone you love being accused of committing identity theft in Harrisburg? If so, it’s important that you understand what these charges mean and the long-term consequences of a conviction. The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue explains identity theft as occurring when someone uses another person’s personal identifying information to commit crimes, such as…

Were you recently arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Harrisburg? If so, you are going to want to familiarize yourself with the penalties for this offense. Under Section 3802(a)(1), it is unlawful for an individual to drive, operate, or be in actual physical control of a vehicle while their ability…

Were you recently arrested for marijuana possession in Pennsylvania? If so, you should be made aware of the penalties that you face upon conviction. Please continue reading for more information on the matter. If you are found guilty of possessing marijuana (pot) in PA, you face the following penalties: 30 grams or less is a…

Crisp and Associates, LLC has helped to acquit a Maryland man of accusations of rape. The defendant, Mr. Corwin C. Sample, was accused of raping an intoxicated fellow National Guard member at Fort Indiantown Gap in May 2014. The defense was able to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Mr. Sample had not raped the…

Hearing the words “not guilty” spoken by a jury at the end of a trial is one of the most exhilarating experiences for a criminal defense attorney. Seeing the joy and relief on the face of the client and their family, however, can be just as fulfilling. Attorney Jonathan Crisp has recently experienced overwhelming gratitude…

So, you’ve been told that some unfavorable information was discovered during your security clearance investigation/re-investigation, and your clearance has been revoked and initially denied. Now what? Remember, over 98% of security clearances applied for are ultimately granted. Thus, all is not lost – there are several things that you can do to try …

The use of DNA testing for convicted felons in recent years has been vitally important to both convict offenders and set the innocent free. Attorney DePowell, who is shown in this video, used DNA testing to prove that his client was not guilty of the crime he was charged with. Others, however, have used DNA…