Attorney Joseph Paletta is an experienced criminal defense and traffic attorney, having successfully assisted thousands of individuals in their defense.

     A criminal defense attorney is a lawyer who represents individuals accused of violating of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, the Pennsylvania Controlled Substance, Drug Device and Cosmetic Act (drug-related crimes), and the Pennsylvania Pharmacy Act. A traffic attorney is a lawyer who represents individuals who have been accused of violating the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code.

     A criminal prosecution in Pennsylvania can be initiated by a literal arrest at the scene of an alleged crime, or by receipt through the mail of a "summons." Prosecutions commonly arise following the arrest on scene for alleged violations of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code which may include crimes against persons such as assault, crimes against property such as theft, crimes involving firearms such as carrying a firearm without a license, white collar crimes such as embezzlement, and crimes related to minors such as underage drinking.

     A common example of a criminal prosecution initiated by receipt of a summons can occur in cases of "Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance" (D.U.I.), also referred to as "Driving After Imbibing" (D.A.I.).

     Prosecutions for violations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code include most often D.U.I. (or "D.A.I."), driving without a license, driving when a license is suspended or revoked, and speeding.

     Prosecutions for alleged violations of the Controlled Substance, Drug Device and Cosmetic Act and the Pharmacy Act commonly include Possession of Controlled Substance, Possession with the Intent to Deliver, and Acquisition by Misrepresentation.

     You may schedule a consultation with Attorney Paletta to discuss these matters by contacting his office by telephone at 412.391.7999, or directly through this website by clicking on the e-mail link on the home page.