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SKA Law is a premier, Philadelphia criminal defense law firm, founded by professional criminal attorneys. We take on cases other law firms turn down, because we know how to fight – and when to negotiate. Our goal is to get you the best outcome possible. No fluff. No nonsense. Our focus is results.

Montgomery County 38-1-20 Magisterial District Court

The date’s fast approaching for your appearance in Montgomery County Magisterial District Court. You may be worried or anxious about what you might face in that courtroom. It’s critical that you have an experienced criminal defense attorney by your side. Your lawyer can answer questions and represent you in court.

The Law Offices of Amato Sanita has represented clients in Pennsylvania’s Magisterial Courts hundreds of times. Our goal is to provide our clients with with wise counsel and a solid defense.

Your summons tells you to appear Montgomery County Magisterial District Court 38-1-20 in Collegeville. If that’s the case, you will appear before Magisterial District Judge, Cathleen Kelly Rebar. The notice may be to appear for a traffic citation, preliminary arraignment, preliminary hearing, bench warrant, or non-jury trial.

Collegeville is home to Magisterial District Court 38-1-20. This town is 30 miles northwest of Central Philadelphia. This Magisterial District Court covers the following election districts: Collegeville Borough, Trappe Borough, Lower Providence Township, and Upper Providence Township’s Voting District Oaks.

Collegeville’s Magisterial District Court is classified as a minor court in Pennsylvania’s court system. This court decides all traffic and non-traffic citations, landlord-tenant disputes, and civil cases with claims less than $12,000. The Montgomery County Magisterial District Court also handles all preliminary arraignments and hearings for criminal charges.

Magisterial District Courts in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Magisterial District Courts in Montgomery County have jurisdiction over all summary offenses. A summary offense is Pennsylvania’s least serious criminal charge. Some examples of summary offenses include criminal mischief, underage drinking, driving with a suspended license, harassment, disorderly conduct, and first offense retail theft of merchandise under $150.

The magisterial judges that preside in Pennsylvania’s Magisterial District Courts can perform marriages and administer oaths.

Montgomery County has 30 Magisterial District Courts within its borders. All criminal cases start at the magisterial level. Both misdemeanor and felony cases require preliminary arraignments and preliminary hearings. These preliminary proceedings happen in the Magisterial District Courts. After the preliminary proceedings are done, the cases move to the next level, the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas.

Get an experienced criminal defense attorney to stand with you in court. Depending on the details surrounding your case, the attorney can recommend many defenses to help you in court. Don’t face a traffic or criminal charge by yourself.

A single conviction for a summary offense could create a lot of big problems for you or your loved one. That conviction could earn you up to 90 days in jail and a fine up to $300. If you have a prior conviction, the punishment could be up to 180 days in jail.

Here’s Why You Need an Attorney at your side in that Collegeville Courtroom

In a quiet moment, you may think it’s better to just get the whole thing behind you. Plead guilty and let things move on. You might also be thinking you can handle your own defense. However, the outcome of the charges can be extremely important for your future.

You could go to jail. This will totally disrupt your life and might cost you your job. If you can’t pay the rent, you may lose your home. And with a criminal record, you find it difficult to find another job or a place to rent.

An experienced criminal defense attorney can defend you against the summary offense charges. Your lawyer is an essential element in attaining a positive outcome. Your attorney has experience in a Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court. You will get sound advice. In some cases, the attorney can get the charges lowered or even dismissed.

Let’s say you are charged with driving under a suspended license. Your attorney will look at whether you were properly notified of the suspension or if you were driving in an emergency. That information will help you mount a solid defense in court.

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We Protect Your Freedom And Your Future.

At the law offices of Amato T Sanita, Esq, this is more than just a slogan – it’s our philosophy, and belief. Our goal is to protect your freedom, and to ensure your future is protected. By working with our firm, you get legal representation when you need it the most for your criminal case in Philadelphia. We understand that dealing with the criminal system is overwhelming – the consequences cannot be underestimated. Regardless of whether it’s a small misdemeanor, or a severe federal crime, you need to understand the legal process – how it impacts you – and a Philadelphia criminal defense attorney, who will work for you. Our Philadelphia criminal lawyers treat each case as it’s own unique situation, and work hard to uncover evidence that will get you the best possible outcome. Founding partner Amato Sanita, understands that you’re very concerned about possible sentences, and issues in the future you might face. There are many aspects to a criminal defense case. Our goal is to show the court you didn’t commit the crime and/or don’t deserve the maximum sentence for the crime you’re accused of committing. Regardless of whether it’s a drug offense, assault charge, or bank fraud, our Philadelphia criminal lawyers work tirelessly to represent your interests in court.

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Our firm has over 25 years of combined legal practice – handling some of the toughest cases in the country.

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Aggravated Assault can be charged against someone if they cause or attempt to cause “serious bodily injury” to another person. Serious bodily injury within Pennsylvania is defined as injury which creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious, permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ (18 Pa.C.S. Sec. 2301). If convicted of Aggravated Assault, the crime is graded as a felony in the first degree.

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Aggravated Indecent Assault

Serious Bodily Injured

Aggravated Assault can be charged against someone if they cause or attempt to cause “serious bodily injury” to another person. Serious bodily injury within Pennsylvania is defined as injury which creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious, permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ (18 Pa.C.S. Sec. 2301). If convicted of Aggravated Assault, the crime is graded as a felony in the first degree.

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Harassment

FACED 3 YEARS IN PRISON

Aggravated Assault can be charged against someone if they cause or attempt to cause “serious bodily injury” to another person. Serious bodily injury within Pennsylvania is defined as injury which creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious, permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ (18 Pa.C.S. Sec. 2301). If convicted of Aggravated Assault, the crime is graded as a felony in the first degree.

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False Imprisonment

15 YEARS IN PRISON

Aggravated Assault can be charged against someone if they cause or attempt to cause “serious bodily injury” to another person. Serious bodily injury within Pennsylvania is defined as injury which creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious, permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ (18 Pa.C.S. Sec. 2301). If convicted of Aggravated Assault, the crime is graded as a felony in the first degree.

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