The Truth About the Neighborhood Boogeyman
October is here and it's almost that frightful time of the year. The goblins, ghouls, and ghosts are out. But of course, we can’t forget the neighborhood... Read more.
Neck declared an ‘Intimate Body Part’ in Latest SCOPA Ruling
WHAT? The neck’s an intimate part of the body? Since when? Since 9/29/22 by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania in a 5 to 2 ruling on Commonwealth v. Carl... Read more.
Attorneys Challenge Chester County Decision; What Happens Now?
The Pennsylvania Association for Rational Sexual Offense Laws (PARSOL) has learned that attorneys for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania filed a notice of appeal... Read more.
PA’s Unique Right to Reputation
The Constitution of Pennsylvania ensures the basic rights of all citizens of this Commonwealth. In this deep dive going back to the founding of our state,... Read more.
PARSOL Case Analysis: Commonwealth v. George Torsilieri
You can... Read the Judge's opinion here.Read PARSOL's FAQ & ask a question about this ruling hereListen to PARSOL's Executive Director on the Registry... Read more.
DOJ releases SORNA Case Law Summary
The Dept. of Justice has released its Sex Offender Registration and Notification in the United States: Case Law Summary report: “his summary is current... Read more.
Update on Commonwealth v. Aumick
As you may recall, I posted an article on February 26th about the Superior Court opinion of Commonwealth v. John Aumick where the Court found that SVP... Read more.
Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) Determination be Based on FACTS
The PA Superior Court found that SVP determinations cannot be based simply on allegations and hearsay in the case of Commonwealth v. John Aumick, 2022 PA... Read more.
Another Blow to SORNA I with Failure to Register Conviction Relief
December 22, 2021 has seen the release of many case opinions from the PA Supreme Court (SCOPA) with Commonwealth v. David Santana being the biggest win for our... Read more.
PSP Denied Power to Intervene Article
The Superior Court QUASHED the appeal of PSP in Commonwealth v. Kale on May 5, 2020 when the Trial Court denied their "Emergency Motion to Intervene and Vacate... Read more.