Monthly Archives: May 2025
Man Arrested for Burglary and Making False Statements to the Police
On February 28, the Delaware State Police arrested Michael Paulino for burglary. Mr. Pauline is a resident of Kansas but found himself on the roof of Reybold Homes at 1:00 in the afternoon. Reybold Homes is located at 2350 Pulaski Highway in Newark. The defendant was seen throwing pieces of metal to the ground… Read More »
Why You Benefit from Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer with Appellate Experience
When most people think of criminal law, they think of criminal trials. This is what Perry Mason and Law and Order show. However, even a defendant who is convicted by a jury has a right to bring a direct appeal to a higher court. It is possible that this court will send the case… Read More »
Why The Police Want to Search Your Cellphone (And Why You Should Not Consent)
People do everything on their phones today. Unsurprisingly, even the simplest cell phone contains ample amounts of evidence that could prove useful in a criminal prosecution. The office of Michael W. Modica has defended men and women who are facing serious criminal charges, and it is never good when cell phone evidence is introduced…. Read More »
Avoid These 4 Social Media Mistakes after an Arrest
Virtually everyone has a social media account these days. Among college students, Instagram and TikTok are probably the most popular, with older adults preferring Facebook and Twitter/X. Other popular accounts include YouTube channels. Although social media allows people to remain connected or offer their opinions on the political controversies of the day, social media… Read More »
Defending Against Charges of Soliciting a Minor Online
The rise of the internet has made it easier to commit sex crimes, particularly the solicitation of a minor. Once upon a time, a predator might have driven to a school parking lot and rolled down the window. Today, many people are arrested for contacting a minor online and proposing sex. In Delaware, this… Read More »
