Chester County Court Cases

This tumblr covers interesting court cases from Chester County, Pennsylvania. We are sponsored by Luongo Bellwoar of West Chester, PA.

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Forty Pounds Of Drug-Laced Candy Found At West Chester University - CBS Philly

Campus police say they've found 40 pounds of drug-laced candy at state-owned West Chester University.

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PA Speed Limit Could Increase to 70 MPH

Pennsylvania state senator Joe Scarnati said that he will soon introduce legislation to allow higher maximum speeds on interstates.

This would change the maximum allowable speed limit from 65 mph to 70 mph.

34 other states currently allow at least 70 mph, with 16 of those topping a speed limit of 75 mph.

The new proposal would not mandate the higher speed limit, and the speeds would not be increased without the backing of highway department studies.

What do you think? How would this affect Chester County roadways? 

This post is sponsored by West Chester auto repair shop Advanced Auto & Truck Repair. 

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What would a Halloween party with all of the items from Curt Schilling's bankruptcy look like?

The best Halloween party items.

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"Most of the time when you are pulled over for a suspected DUI, the police must have probable cause for the stop"

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What to Do If You Are Stopped at a DUI Checkpoint

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5 Arrested for Public Drunkenness in West Chester

Back to school seems to be a popular time for drinking and partying.

West Chester police arrested five people for public drunkenness between August 12 and 18, according to a release from the department. Below is a list of arrests area police made as part of their "operational vigilance," which focuses on borough residents between the ages of 18 and 25:

Under Age Drinking: 1

Public Drunkenness: 5

Noise Disturbances: 1

Harassment: 1

DUI: 1

Trespass: 1

Open Container: 4

Disorderly Conduct: 4

Assault: 2

Public Indecency: 2

Littering: 1 

22 arrests were made overall.

West Chester Patch

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Chester County Increases Real Estate Tax

This year, Chester County resident have been greeted by an unwelcome visitor--increased real estate tax.

In 2013, residents will see a 5 percent rise. According to a county news release, this means an extra $32.86 for a home with the median assessed value of $165,760.

Chester County still has one of the lowest tax rates in the region. Departments across the county are being asked to cut their budgets by 3 percent.

As many face rising taxes, tax problems are inevitable. Luckily a tax attorney can offer some options for those struggling with debt. For example, many people don't realize they may be eligible to settle their tax debt for less than the full amount owed.

This post is brought to you by Luongo Tax Relief, located in West Chester. Tax attorney Stanley Luongo can solve all your tax problems, from tax levies to back taxes.

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West Chester College Riot Results in Flipped Car

"I'm Shmacked," a production company that specializes in creating wild parties, is being implicated in a weekend riot that led to a flipped car on South Walnut Street in West Chester.

The company had posted these shirt design on its Facebook page shortly before the party took place, though Shmacked claims they did not play a part in organizing the party that turned into a riot.

Police reported that over 500 people were in attendance at the party. As they came to break it up, people flooded the street resulting in some flipping a 2002 Pontiac.

The incident is under investigation but police have said there will be at least one arrest.

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If you are in serious trouble with debt then filing bankruptcy might be your best option for debt relief. Pottstown Bankruptcy helps clients in Chester County file for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 personal bankruptcy. Speaking with an attorney can answer your questions about bankruptcy and what it can and can not do for your financial situation.

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Chester County Man Accused Of Abusing, Kidnapping Wife

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Back to School: West Chester Police Arrest 68 in a Week

Stats: West Chester Police made 68 arrests from Sept. 3-9.  Those arrests break down by the following offenses:

Underage Drinking: 20

Public Drunkenness: 16

Noise: 4

Disorderly Conduct 5

Harassment: 4

Criminal Mischief 1

Open Container: 16

Assault: 1

Drugs: 9

DUI: 3

Public Indecency: 10

Littering: 2

West Chester Patch

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Coatesville Man Arrested for Filming Coworkers Undressing

Joseph Kolimaga of Coatesville was arrested by police after an investigation found evidence he had been secretly taping female coworkers in the changing room for years. Kolimaga worked in a Chester County oral surgery practice located in West Chester, PA. Police began their investigation after a female employee found Kolimaga's smartphone hidden in the dressing room and in the record mode. During the investigation police found a seven year old VHS tape containing video of other employees in Kolimaga's possession. Read more at 6abc.com

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Coatesville Man Pleads Guilty in Motorcycle Club Slaying

Anthony Bowman pleaded guilty to third degree murder at the Chester County Justice Center on Friday September 7th, 2012. Bowman shot and killed 46-year-old Vincent Love outside the Hi-Way Cruisers Motorcycle Club in Coatesville in February 2011. The DA did not have a strong enough case for a first degree murder charge and so entered into the plea deal with the defendant.

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Dog in Cage Burned in Chester County

Someone is killing dogs in and around Coatesville, Chester County, PA. On Friday firefighters found what they thought was a small brush fire off Manor Road, in West Brandywine Township. When they investigated they found an animal cage on fire with a dog inside and called in the police to investigate. This comes after a similar act of animal cruelty was reported back in June when a burned dog was found in the trash in Coatesville. Read more at Philly.com

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Chester County door-to-door salesman recives citation

William Brooks of Power Home Remodeling of Chester County will be receiving a citation for soliciting door-to-door in Feasterville without the proper permit. In many townships there are ordnance requiring salesman to obtain a permit for door-to-door solicitations. Next time you get a knock at the door from an unwanted solicitation, check if they have a permit if that is required in your location.

http://lowersouthampton.patch.com/articles/man-solicits-door-to-door-without-a-permit

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Chester County Resident and PA State Trooper faces charges in deadly accident

Barry M. Searfoss Jr., 41, of Coatesville, Chester County is being charged in the death of a woman on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Upper Dublin. The off duty trooper allegedly was driving drunk and ran into the back of the woman's car killing her. He was apparently drinking all day at golf outing which was ironically raising money in honor of a girl who was killed by a drunk driver.

http://delcotimes.com/articles/2012/08/14/news/doc502a7a6010f9f186563994.txt

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West Chester University Drug Dealers Arrested

Thomas Donnelly, 33, of Exton was arrested in August and charged with being the leader of a drug organization selling marijuana, prescription pills, and cocaine on the West Chester University, Cheney University, and Temple University campuses. 25 people were arrested including 17 residents of Chester County, PA.

Read more: http://www.dailylocal.com/article/20120822/NEWS01/120829845/ag-17-from-chester-county-arrested-in-drug-ring-crackdown