Chieppor & Egner

06/15/2026

If you’ve been charged with a crime in Lancaster, PA, your preliminary hearing will set the stage for what’s to come. This is the gateway into the criminal justice process, and having a legal representative behind you is not only your right but is also critical to the outcome of your case.

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/blog/do-i-need-an-attorney-for-a-preliminary-hearing-in-lancaster-pa/

05/29/2026

Your preliminary hearing is a key first step in the criminal case against you. It is here that the district judge will consider the evidence and determine whether it supports proceeding to trial. The prosecution wants to establish that a crime was committed and that you are the person who likely committed it.

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/blog/understanding-your-rights-during-a-preliminary-hearing-in-pa/

05/28/2026

Big News at Chieppor & Egner LLC!

We are thrilled to announce that BOTH of our partners have been selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list!

Jonathan Chieppor — selected for DUI defense, and the ONLY Rising Stars honoree in all of Pennsylvania selected exclusively for DUI.

Alexander Egner — selected for his outstanding work in criminal defense across Lancaster, Berks, and York Counties.

Super Lawyers Rising Stars recognizes the top up-and-coming attorneys in the state — fewer than 2.5% of lawyers earn this honor.

We are grateful to our clients, our colleagues, and our community for this recognition. It drives us every single day to fight harder for the people who trust us with their most important legal matters.

Facing a DUI or criminal charge? Let our award-winning attorneys protect your rights.

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05/22/2026

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05/15/2026

For many Pennsylvanians charged with a first-offense DUI, the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program offers a second chance, a path that avoids conviction and, ultimately, may lead to expungement. But what happens when ARD doesn’t go as planned?

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/blog/ard-dui-revocations-pennsylvania/

04/30/2026

Have you been arrested on suspicion of a first-time drug offense in Pennsylvania? If so, you’re probably worried about whether you might go to prison if you’re convicted. Here’s what you need to know about the potential consequences for a first-time drug offense, and what alternatives a drug crimes defense attorney can help you pursue.

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/do-first-time-drug-offenders-go-to-jail-in-pa/

04/16/2026

Getting pulled over on Route 30 near Lancaster with an unlicensed firearm in your vehicle can turn an ordinary traffic stop into a serious legal crisis. Pennsylvania takes gun violations seriously, and the consequences extend far beyond fines or court costs.

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/what-happens-if-youre-caught-carrying-a-firearm-without-a-permit-in-pennsylvania/

02/27/2026

Pennsylvania law recognizes that you have the right to protect yourself, others, and sometimes your property from harm. However, courts don’t take you at your word. You still need to meet specific legal standards and prove that the facts of the case support your defense.

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/how-does-pennsylvania-define-self-defense-in-criminal-cases/

02/20/2026

Most crimes in Pennsylvania such as; burglary, arson, and simple assault are all covered in Title 18 of the PA statute, however, there ARE a number of potential charges that are outside of Title 18 but are still considered a “Criminal” charge.

Learn more: https://www.chiepporandegnerlaw.com/non-traditional-criminal-charges/