Legal Question in Traffic Law in Pennsylvania

Motions before District Justice

I have an upcoming hearing for a traffice violation before a District Justice. Due to recent medical problems, I need more time to prepare my defense. What is the best or proper way to ask the District Justice for a continuance? Also, should the opportunity present itself, What is the best way to ask for charges to be dismissed if prosecution is not prepared to present its case?


Asked on 2/14/06, 1:42 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Johns Mark Johns, Esquire

Re: Motions before District Justice

You should fax a letter as soon as possible to the district court outlining your need for a continuance and the reasons why you need it, i.e., illness, death in family etc. Due to increases in insurance premiums resulting from receiving points you should consider hiring an attorney. I offer free consultations.

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Answered on 2/14/06, 5:06 am


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