Criminal Lawyers in Bucks & Montgomery County, PA

A criminal conviction can be accompanied by a vast array of devastating consequences. Your freedom, your reputation and your finances are all at risk. Facing your charge without an experienced attorney at your side could have detrimental effects on your future.

Choose Criminal Lawyers who will fight for your rights.

At Penglase & Benson, Inc., when we serve our criminal defense clients, we see ourselves as litigators rather than simply attorneys.

We are former prosecutors and educators who understand the anxiety you are experiencing after your arrest. We are determined to fight for your rights when facing one of the following:

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Why You Need a Criminal Lawyer

You or your child are facing a juvenile misdemeanor charge – Children caught vandalizing or drinking underage need legal assistance. Juvenile offenders facing more serious charges can even be tried as an adult. The criminal lawyers from Penglase and Benson have a thorough understanding of the juvenile crime laws in Pennsylvania

You’re facing shoplifting charges – If you’ve been arrested for shoplifting, you could face steep fines and jail time. Are criminal lawyer can help you avoid the harshest penalties.

DUI charges – When committing a DUI, you are at risk to lose your license or have jail time. It’s in your best interest to work with a criminal lawyer.Our DUI legal experts at Penglase and Benson have been working with clients across Pennsylvania for years. Visit our DUI page for more information.

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