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Bucks County 07-1-11 Magisterial District Court

It is likely that you are feeling worried as the day draws closer when you or someone you love will appear in a Bucks County Magisterial District Court. Part of this worry stems from not knowing what the outcome will be. We are here to serve as a guide to help you or your loved one through the process. At Amato Sanita Law Offices, we have been helping Bucks County residents build the best defense for their traffic or criminal case. We will help you through the process from start to finish. While you may not know how your case will turn out, working with our criminal defense attorneys will give you the best possible outcome.

Receiving a summons from Magisterial District Court 07-1-11 can be extremely intimidating. However, learning more about the location of this court, the types of cases it handles, and who the judge is will can help you feel more comfortable as the day of your case approaches.

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All summary offenses are decided on in the Magisterial District Courts. Minor crimes and traffic violations are typically finalized in these courts. More serious cases, including felonies and misdemeanors, may start in these courts and then move their way up to the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas.

In Bucks County, 20 District Courts operate. It is common for around 130,000 cases to be handled every year. This number includes criminal cases, which are estimated to be around 10,000.

When a person receives a summons from Magisterial District Court 07-1-11, they will need to visit the court located in Morrisville. This is just across from Trenton, New Jersey and south of the Delaware River. The election districts that this District Court cover include Yardley Borough, Morris Ville Borough, and Lower Makefield Township. The judge who resides over these cases is Michael J. Burns, Magisterial District Judge. He will be the one who will oversee your preliminary arraignment hearing, traffic citation, non-jury trial, or bench warrant. It is also here where landlord and tenant disputes that are valued at up to $8,000 or civil cases are resided over as well.

Summary offenses are the most minor cases that are looked at here in Bucks County Magisterial District Courts. These cases would include spraying graffiti on a wall, running a red light, harassment, or loitering. It could be easy for a person to think that since these cases are minor, they should just plead guilty, pay a fine, and carry on with their life. However, many have had the experience of even minor cases causing long-term damage.

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When it comes to summary offenses, a person could potentially pay a fine of $300. They could potentially spend 90 days in jail if it is the first time they have committed the crime. While most people do not like the idea of either of these punishments, it could be easy to think that they could pay up with their money or time and then move on. However, there is so much more at stake. Missing work could cause you to lose your job. Your reputation could be damaged for a long time, especially considering the fact that you may be stuck with a criminal record.

In order to avoid these problems, it is best to work with a Bucks County criminal defense attorney from Amato Sanita Law Offices, even in cases that seem minor. This is the only way to get the best possible outcome with summary charges. One of our attorneys is going to closely examine all aspects of your case in order to find out what really happened. For example, let’s say that you have been charged with consuming alcohol while under age. The attorney may be able to use witnesses or other evidence to prove that your drink was actually not alcoholic.

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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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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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