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What Is a Preliminary Hearing?

October 10, 2025
Criminal Defense Rights

⸻ A preliminary hearing in Pennsylvania is typically the first major step in a criminal case. The preliminary hearing is not to determine a verdict, but to decide whether the charges brought against an individual are supported by sufficient evidence....

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What Issues are Addressed During a DMV Hearing?

July 7, 2020
Criminal Defense Rights

In Illinois, when you are arrested for DUI and driving with a blood alcohol level over 0.08 percent, you will be issued a temporary driver's license. Drivers have ten (10) days to request a DMV hearing or they automatically lose...

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What Evidence Can They Use Against Me in a DMV Hearing?

July 7, 2020
Criminal Defense Rights

In an attempt to retain driving privileges, suspected DUI drivers are afforded the opportunity to plead their case at the DMV hearing. Although you have the right to present any evidence in your defense, it is important to understand that...

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Is CBD Oil Illegal?

September 20, 2019
Criminal Defense Rights

There are millions of people who are depriving themselves of healing their bodies naturally because they are under the assumption that CBD oil can get them high. Then there are others who believe that because the CBD oil is derived...

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"I found Michael Kotik via the internet with the hope by someone to help my son in what we thought was something routine. Long story short after being mislead by the prior firm and received no results and my son sat for 18 months in prison because "no one knew what was going on" Michael was able to not only..."
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"I had a pleasure of dealing with Mike on couple of occasions. He is an amazing attorney. He always came through and did what was promised. Also he went above and beyond to assist with any request. He is definitely a fighter and will do what is needed to come out with the best outcome"
~ Client-X
"The PHIL International Airport locked my father up on a 22 year old DUI on 4/27/22. They would not tell me anything, I could not get much help from the attorneys I knew out of NJ so reached out to Amato on 4/28/22 in the middle of the night, while i was waking people up. His assistant took the message..."
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"Absolutely Outstanding Criminal Lawyer! I cannot thank Michael enough! From day one, he handled my case with incredible professionalism, confidence, and expertise. He resolved everything quickly and in the best possible way. I always felt supported, informed, and reassured throughout the entire process. Michael is truly the best criminal attorney you could ever hope for. Highly recommended without hesitation!"
~ Client-X
"Prior to Michael I hired two attorneys for the same case. Michael is very skilled and definitely a great negotiator. Small cases are not big if you do not care about your future and career. He is not always responsive but tell him what you want he will work out something favorable to you you didn’t know it’s possible. Good..."
~ Client-X
"I would highly recommend Michael Kotic to represent you with any criminal matter(s) that you may have. He is very honest, he fights for your freedom and applies the law directly to your criminal situation and differentiates the actual facts and/or how the police in reality violated your rights or did not. If he does not answer your phone call..."
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