In Episode 28 of Subject To Cross, Caroline, Pete and special guest Mary Lawrence discuss a recent trial defending a student wrongfully accused of rape and ultimately acquitted by jury. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

This week in Episode 45, Pete and Caroline discuss changes to probation in Pennsylvania via the Probation Reform Act of 2023. What does probation entail? What happens when you violate probation? Listen and learn on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This week in Episode 44, Caroline and Pete touch upon the issue of the treatment of mental health in the criminal justice system. Their discussion is triggered by recent news in Dauphin County of inmates facing "two weeks of darkness" in solitary confinement.

This week in Episode 43, Pete and Caroline analyze the popular Netflix series, American Nightmare, covering the 2015 home invasion and kidnapping in Vallejo, California. *Spoiler alert warning* The duo discuss the case in detail from the handling of evidence, interrogation of key witnesses, and management of the case by

This week, Caroline and Pete discuss the Second Amendment in the post-Bruen era. Did the Supreme Court go too far? Will Pete and Caroline ever see eye-to-eye on this one? Caroline has permission to discuss a case she is currently working on, and explains how she is arguing this constitutional

In Episode 41 of Subject to Cross, Caroline and Pete discuss the muddy waters of child abuse appeals (CYF Appeals). Listen to find out what kind of cases each of them tend to take on and the reality behind this consequential administrative process.

In Episode 40 of Subject to Cross, Pete and Caroline pivot to current events discussing actor Alec Baldwin's recent (re-)indictment for manslaughter in New Mexico and charges of sexual assault in Canada against multiple National Hockey League players. A discussion of defense strategies inside and outside the courtroom in high

In Episode 39 of Subject to Cross, Pete and Caroline discuss restraining orders in Pennsylvania, also known as PFAs (“Protection from Abuse”). Listen to learn why this civil process can be abused and how it lacks due process for the defense. Pete explains what he would change if he was

This week, Caroline and Pete have murder on the mind. They discuss the types of murder and how each is classified in the Pennsylvania court of law.

In Episode 37 of Subject to Cross, Pete and Caroline discuss how they approach a case – backwards! Listen to Episode 37 wherever you listen to podcasts, and email subjecttocross@macelree.com with any questions or suggestions for next episodes.

This week, Pete and Caroline discuss opinions from the Supreme Court that may impact protections the public now takes for granted. And, Pete gets to use one of his favorite words. Follow along with the conversation by reading the article discussed by Pete and Caroline: "The Supreme Court’s Right Flank

This week, Caroline and Pete discuss the conflict of Pennsylvania’s legalization of medical marijuana with the Commonwealth’s DUI statute. Can you legally drive in Pennsylvania as a medical marijuana user? Or, how about as a lawful user of recreational marijuana in other states? Can these laws be reconciled?

Subject to Cross is back from summer break and Pete is in the hot seat subject to an interview by Caroline. Her questions are unexpected and his answers may surprise you.

This week, Pete quizzes Caroline on some "obscure crimes" in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The questions are bizarre, and the answers may surprise you... Listen to Subject to Cross wherever you listen to podcasts and email subjecttocross@macelree.com with your feedback or suggestions for future episodes.

Pete leads the podcast this week, discussing the concept of "civil forfeiture". As cited in recent news, police in Nebraska are using a loophole to seize millions from motorists without convicting them of crimes. The original article can be found here: bit.ly/3Kpi5or

Pete and Caroline discuss Jones v. Hendrix, the June 2023 majority opinion that requires an innocent person to remain incarcerated because he sought appellate relief too many times.

In Episode 30 of S2X, prompted by listener feedback, Caroline and Pete discuss the internationally recognized case made famous by popular podcast "Serial" - the case of Adnan Syed. Summary: Adnan was convicted of first degree murder of his ex-girlfriend, Hae Min Lee, and sentenced to life +30 years in

In episode 29 of Subject to Cross, Caroline and Pete use their expertise to tackle a recent case involving former Buffalo Bills punter Matt Araiza and show the trouble with jumping to conclusions. Follow along with the quotes and evidence discussed during the episode: yhoo.it/3qdjVkY Search Subject to Cross podcast

Back by popular demand…Caroline Donato, Pete Kratsa, and special guest Mary Lawrence of the MacElree Harvey Criminal Defense team are back with a new episode of Subject to Cross podcast. Listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

In this episode of Subject to Cross, Caroline and Pete host special guest and fellow criminal defense attorney Arthur Thomas Donato, Esquire. Stay tuned for more "From the Vault" episodes and new episodes to come on any podcast platform.

Caroline and Pete begin a series of guest interviews with MacElree Harvey Associate, Mary Lawrence. Mary provides a behind-the-scenes look into the group’s criminal defense practice.

Caroline and Pete discuss a recent directive from the Department of Justice to Pennsylvania Courts regarding their practice of interfering with individuals’ access to prescribed medication, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”). Caroline also interferes with Pete’s latest attempt to “lead” the podcast. Again.

In this episode, Caroline and Pete discuss the Kyle Rittenhouse case and recent court ruling leading up to trial.A 17-year-old from Illinois shot and killed 2 men and injured another during protests in August 2020 in Kenosha, Wisconsin.The case has been making headlines recently as the trial is currently underway.

In this episode, Criminal Defense Attorneys Caroline Donato and Pete Kratsa discuss the effect and the effectiveness that comfort dogs have in the courtroom.

Caroline and Pete are back for a quick recap on Commonwealth vs. Cosby after the court overturned Cosby's conviction in June 2021. Listen to learn more.

Caroline and Pete discuss child abuse and how they handle CYF (Children, Youth and Families) investigations as Criminal Defense attorneys.

Subject to Cross is back for 2021, answering listener questions, defending Pete’s exercise regimen, and detailing what happens from the start to finish of a Criminal Defense case.

This week, Caroline and Pete discuss some secrets of Criminal Defense lawyers. To follow along, visit: www.mentalfloss.com/article/547920/…fense-attorneysIf you have a topic you’d like to hear more about, email subjecttocross@macelree.com.

Caroline and Pete are back after a COVID hiatus to discuss the state of the United States Supreme Court after the death of former Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.Follow along with the articles mentioned in the podcast linked below:bit.ly/3cPOXV8 (5:45)bit.ly/33oEoVT (13:00)

Pete and Caroline decided to lighten things up in this episode of S2X. Watch & listen as they chat about favorite quarantine things and laugh over stories from working together.

In this episode of S2X, Caroline & Pete discuss a local case involving a Philadelphia officer who was recently released after being held in federal prison for five years without being convicted of a crime. Listen on Soundcloud, iTunes, Apple, or Spotify, or watch the podcast live on the Subject

Caroline is on her own in this week’s bonus episode of Subject to Cross (S2X), where she describes what happened in the news this week pertaining to the US Government’s sentencing recommendation for Roger Stone’s upcoming sentencing hearing. Be sure to give this a listen, subscribe, rate, and review on

In the final episode of the Subject to Cross series on the Cosby Case, Peter E. Kratsa and Caroline  G. Donato discuss the appellate court’s opinion in the Cosby case and how this decision can impact criminal defense strategies in future cases. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review “Subject

In Part 2 of the Subject to Cross series on the Cosby Case, Peter E. Kratsa and Caroline  G. Donato explore evidentiary issues in the case under the rules of evidence. They explain Rule 404B and the admissibility of prior acts and prior crimes in cases, as well as how

In Part 1 of this new series of Subject to Cross, Caroline and Pete give listeners background into the Cosby case following the recent Superior Court opinion denying his appeal. This factual nuance will help listeners understand evidentiary issues and the ultimate decision by the Superior Court in Parts 2

In Episode 10: Pleased to Meet You!, Caroline G. Donato and Peter E. Kratsa discuss the importance of getting to know their clients from the outset in the initial client interview. This conversation is designed to create trust and establish attorney/client privilege and confidentiality and to determine what the new attorney/client team is up against.

In Episode 9 of Subject to Cross, Caroline G. Donato and Peter E. Kratsa revisit a case where perception almost became a reality for a client. The duo revisits the matter and shares how story-showing instead of storytelling helped resolve the case. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review “Subject

In Episode 8 of “Subject to Cross”, attorneys Caroline G. Donato and Peter E. Kratsa discuss Marsy’s Law, a proposed amendment to the Pennsylvania Constitution that will be on the state-wide ballot tomorrow, November 5, 2019. While the ballot question seems straightforward, Caroline and Pete unveil the details of the

In Episode 7 of "Subject to Cross", Caroline G. Donato and Peter E. Kratsa talk about the impact that our social media and digital footprints can have on criminal cases. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review “Subject to Cross” on iTunes, Spotify, and Google. We want to hear from