Author Archives: Gary Gerson
New sexual crimes law allows broader reach for restraining orders
A new law that is slated to go into effect in 2015 could have significant implications for Pennsylvania residents and those convicted of sex crimes. The legislation is designed to protect victims of sexual assault by providing court-ordered protection from the alleged abuser. Interestingly, even those victims who have never reported the alleged crimes could receive… Read More »
Man released after appeal for Internet-related crime
The alleged perpetrator of a serious Internet data crime has been released from custody. The man, who calls himself “Weev” online, was charged with an Internet crime after reportedly stealing personal data from more than 100,000 Apple iPad users — perhaps including some from Pennsylvania — several years ago. He had been sentenced to 41 months… Read More »
Borough manager mounts criminal defense against theft charges
The 44-year-old former manager of a Pittsburgh borough has been released from custody after waiving a preliminary hearing in his criminal case. The defendant, who had served as borough manager for Munhall, is mounting a criminal defense against allegations that he pilfered more than $230,000 from municipal accounts. The man has been released on a $20,000… Read More »
5 facing drug crimes allegations for February death
Five people from Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, are facing serious drug charges after their actions allegedly led to the death of a local 21-yar-old man. The defendants, between the ages of 19 and 48, were arrested and arraigned in the state capitol on March 26. Those defendants, one woman and four men, had been indicted for… Read More »
Repeat drunk driving charges lead to alcohol monitoring for some
Pennsylvania residents who have been arrested for a second drunk driving infraction may be required to submit to round-the-clock alcohol monitoring in order to be qualified for release through bail. A new policy in York County has demanded that such offenders be subject to this type of monitoring, and officials say the regulation is… Read More »
Choir leader facing allegations of decades-old sex crimes
Many Pennsylvania residents are surprised to learn that they may be indicted for sex crimes allegations even after several decades have passed. One Pennsylvania man who founded a top boys’ choir has been accused of rape and other sex crimes in connection with an incident that occurred back in July 1996. The man, now 74, allegedly… Read More »
Officers arrested, suspended on domestic assault charges
Two Pennsylvania corrections employees are facing professional consequences after allegations surfaced about their involvement in domestic disputes. The two men, age 25 and 35, are both accused in separate domestic assault cases. Both men were arrested in March for the alleged indiscretions. Authorities say that both of the defendants have been suspended without pay pending the… Read More »
Pennsylvania school bus driver accused of drunk driving at work
A Pennsylvania school bus driver is accused of drunk driving after she reportedly became confused and began to drive an unexpected route. The defendant will be required to mount a DWI defense after allegedly consuming gin-soaked raisins before getting behind the wheel. The woman, a bus driver for the Benton Area School District is also facing… Read More »
Woman facing drunk driving charges for 2012 fatal accident
A 51-year-old woman is facing trial in connection with a Halloween 2012 car accident that reportedly killed a 52-year-old female victim. The driver in this case is accused of striking the victim’s minivan in Chester, Pennsylvania, during a drunk driving accident. That woman is now mounting a DWI defense against allegations that her blood alcohol content… Read More »
Teacher gets 2 months’ jail time, probation for sex crimes
A former Pennsylvania middle-school teacher will serve two months in jail and several more under court supervision after being convicted of inappropriate sexual contact with two female students. The 66-year-old man will serve 23 months of so-called “intermediate punishment,” which will include two months in county custody. The man will then spent four months… Read More »
