Category Archives: Criminal Defense
What’s the Difference Between Homicide and Murder in Criminal Law?
While the terms homicide and murder are often used interchangeably colloquially, they represent two important and different concepts under criminal law. While both describe the killing of a person, only one (murder) is necessarily a crime. In this article, the Delaware criminal defense lawyers at Michael W. Modica, Attorney at Law, will discuss the… Read More »
Can I Face Drug Charges for Possessing Unprescribed Medication in Delaware?
The State of Delaware has a comprehensive set of drug possession regulations that make it illegal to possess restricted substances without a legitimate prescription. Such laws are in place to prevent drug misuse and addiction, which harms communities and individuals. Selling or possessing these substances is a crime in Delaware. You can face drug… Read More »
Delaware Man Arrested for Burglary in New Castle County
The Delaware State Police recently announced the arrest of a 36-year-old man from Wilmington, Delaware, for burglary and related charges stemming from several burglaries that occurred throughout New Castle County over the past several months. On December 3, 2024, troopers responded to Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park for a report of a burglary… Read More »
Can I Refuse Roadside DUI Testing in Delaware?
If you’ve been pulled over for DUI before, you likely know the drill. The officer will require that you perform a field sobriety test or blow into a breathalyzer. But are you really required to stand on one leg, follow an object with your eyes, or walk in a straight line? Are you required… Read More »
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 »
Three Arrested in Connection with Armed Robbery
Three Wilmington-area residents have been arrested following an investigation into an armed robbery that took place last month on West 7th Street, according to the Wilmington Police Department. According to police, the incident took place on February 4 at around 11:41 p.m. Officers from the Uninformed Services Division responded to reports of a robbery… Read More »
Three Suspects Face Charges Over Multiple Break-Ins Across Wilmington
Three suspects are in custody after Wilmington Police officers spotted them breaking into a business on Market Street. According to the Wilmington Police Department, police officers spotted a suspicious car that was wanted in connection to “multiple recent vape and tobacco store breaking and entering cases.” Wilmington Police say the officers noticed three people… Read More »
