Dutko & Chwiecko Trial Attorneys provide direct, client-centered representation across a range of serious legal matters in Pennsylvania.
DUI
Focused defense for DUI charges, from the initial stop through court proceedings. We review the circumstances of the traffic stop, chemical testing, and the evidence against you to help you understand your options and prepare a clear defense strategy.
Strategic representation for drug-related charges and investigations. We examine how law enforcement obtained evidence, the circumstances of any search or stop, and the allegations involved to help build a focused response for your case.
Defense for firearm-related allegations and related criminal charges. We assess the facts surrounding possession, licensing, searches, and law-enforcement contact to identify the issues that matter in your defense.
Representation for theft, fraud, and property-related criminal matters. Our team reviews the allegations, records, and evidence carefully, then works with you to pursue an informed path forward at every stage of the case.
Guidance and advocacy for assault and domestic-related allegations. These cases can move quickly and carry serious consequences, so we provide straightforward counsel while examining the facts, witness accounts, and procedural issues involved.
Careful, confidential defense for sex offense allegations. We approach these sensitive matters with discretion, detailed preparation, and clear communication about the allegations and the legal process ahead.
Trial-focused representation for homicide allegations and other cases involving the most serious criminal charges. When the stakes are at their highest, we focus on rigorous case preparation, close attention to evidence, and a deliberate strategy tailored to the circumstances.
Appellate advocacy and PCRA representation for criminal cases requiring a fresh legal review. We evaluate the record, prior proceedings, and potential legal issues to determine whether an appeal or post-conviction relief may be appropriate.
Representation in Dragonetti Act claims for wrongful use of civil proceedings. When a party initiates or continues a civil action without probable cause and with malicious intent, Pennsylvania law provides a remedy. We evaluate the underlying case, the conduct of opposing parties, and the legal basis for pursuing or defending a Dragonetti claim.
Civil rights litigation under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 for individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by law enforcement or other government actors. We handle claims involving excessive force, unlawful arrest, unlawful search and seizure, and related misconduct, pursuing accountability through the federal civil rights framework.