Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

If a non-US citizen commits a felony (ie, murder) which results in a criminal trial, do they have the same rights as a US citizen?


Asked on 11/19/09, 10:10 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Brendan Campbell Solomon, Berschler, Warren, Schatz, Flood & Monaghan

A non US citizen has the right to representation and due process just like an American citizen. He/She has the right to a trial by jury where he/she must be proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

A non-US Citizen may not have the same right to bail depending on the immigration status of the person.

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Answered on 11/24/09, 10:48 am


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