Cases
Supreme Court Orders New Trial in Murder Case – Commonwealth v. W
After a conviction for first-degree murder, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned the verdict, agreeing with Attorney Robert M. Buttner that flawed expert testimony compromised the trial. A new trial was ordered.
Child Pornography Charges Dismissed on Appeal – Commonwealth v. S
The Superior Court dismissed felony charges after Attorney Robert M. Buttner proved the prosecution violated Pennsylvania’s compulsory joinder rule. All child pornography charges were thrown out on appeal.
Sentence Vacated Over Sentencing Error – Commonwealth v. K
After a probation revocation, R.K. was sentenced to 3–6 years in prison—without a Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) report. Attorney Robert M. Buttner appealed the sentence and won. The Superior Court vacated the sentence, reaffirming that courts must follow procedure when imposing incarceration.
Direct Appeal Rights Reinstated in Attempted Homicide Case – Commonwealth v. G
After being denied his direct appeal due to attorney error, D.G.—convicted of attempted homicide—had his appeal rights restored. Attorney Robert M. Buttner secured this important post-conviction win through PCRA proceedings.