Strangulation charges in Adams County are often filed before all the facts are known. If you’ve been accused, you may already feel like the system is stacked against you. But there are effective defenses — and we know how to use them. 
At The McShane Firm, our defense strategy includes:
1. Examining Intent
We ask: was the action intentional, or was it accidental or defensive? The law requires clear intent, and we aim to dismantle that assumption.
2. Breaking Down the Accusation
Many cases filed in Gettysburg or East Berlin involve exaggerated or one-sided statements. We request all discovery — from police body cams to EMS reports — and scrutinize it.
3. No Injury = Reasonable Doubt
Jurors want to see real evidence. If there are no photos, no hospital visit, and no follow-up treatment, we emphasize that gap.
4. Pretrial Pressure
Sometimes the strongest defense is pretrial leverage. We file motions to suppress weak evidence and push for dismissal before the case ever reaches trial.
5. Community Familiarity
We understand the people, prosecutors, and patterns of Adams County court. This isn’t theory — this is real experience in real courtrooms.
If you’re facing a strangulation charge in Adams County, don’t try to explain your way out — let us defend you the right way. Contact us today.
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- Our clients have the right to expect, we will be proactive in communication. You will hear it from us first. We will return all phone calls, texts and emails promptly.
- Our clients have the right to expect plain speaking, straight shooting. No B. S.
- Our clients have the right to expect us to do it right the first time, every time.
- Our clients have the right to expect us to be on time and professionally prepared for all court appearances, and all meetings.
- Our clients have the right to expect that they will be fully informed at all times.
This is our promise to you. Call today to get us on your side: (717) 657-3900.
