Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

Preliminary suprise

Can the commonwealth of Pennsylvania be allowed by the magistrate judge to withdraw their charges without prejudice once the Preliminary Hearing has begun?


Asked on 12/06/04, 1:03 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Mark Johns Mark Johns, Esquire

Re: Preliminary suprise

It would depend on the circumstances.If there would be no prejudice and the Commonwealth had good reason. Obviously the original statute of limitations would apply. I offer free consultations.

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Answered on 12/06/04, 2:24 pm
Marc V. Taiani AAAL - Allegheny Attorneys At Law

Re: Preliminary suprise

The bottom line is if it is Criminal act, then it is up to the DA to prosecute...the ball is in their court...if your interested in criminal law please feel free to visit my web site at www.AlleghenyAttorneys.com

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Answered on 12/06/04, 2:59 pm


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