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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.

Bucks County 07-2-05 Magisterial District Court

It is essential for you to have a criminal defense attorney by your side when you appear before a judge in a Bucks County Magisterial District Court. First, the attorney is going to be able to answer all of the questions you have right now. It is likely that you feel anxious and concerned about what is ahead of you. Second, the attorney is going to examine your case closely and come up with a tenacious defense in order to provide you with the best possible outcome.

Our attorneys at Amato Sanita Law Offices have been helping to defend clients in Pennsylvania’s Magisterial Courts for a number of years. In some cases, it is possible to get charges completely dropped. In other cases, the charges may be lessened. For example, instead of spending time in jail, a person may simply need to pay a fine.

What You Should Know about Magisterial District Courts in Bucks County

There are 20 Magisterial District Courts in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. These courts are assigned different election districts. If you received a notification from Magisterial District Court 07-2-05, this means that you will need to appear in the court located in Quakertown on the day that is indicated on your notification. The election districts that are handled by this specific court include Quakertown Borough, Milford Township, Richlandtown Borough, Richland Township, and Trumbauersville Borough.

The types of cases that are handled in the Magisterial District Court in Quakertown involve summary offenses. These are the most minor charges that a person could be convicted of. They include things like running a red light, loitering, harassment, underage drinking, and disturbing the public by fighting or making noise.

C. Robert Roth, Magisterial District Judge, will preside over cases that are heard in District Court 07-2-05. In addition to summary offenses, these courts handle preliminary hearings and preliminary arraignments that may eventually move on to the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas.

If a landlord has a dispute with a tenant or vice versa, cases that are valued up to $8,000 may also be handled in District Courts. Judges in these courts can administer oaths and perform marriages. An individual who has allegedly shoplifted will also have their case heard here. This is true if the value of the item was under $150 and it was the person’s first time committing this type of crime.

Why You Need a Lawyer with You in a Quakertown Courtroom

The consequences that a person may face for a summary offense could include paying a fine or spending time in jail. The fine could be up to $300, and the time spent in jail could be up to 90 days, for a first time conviction.

It could be tempting to simply go to your court date alone and represent yourself with the idea that you will plead guilty, pay a fine, and the whole thing will be behind you. This type of thinking is faulty because you could deal with more serious ramifications because of a conviction. Think about how disrupted your life would be if you had to spend 90 days or more in jail. You could lose your job. If you are convicted of a traffic-related offense, you could lose your driver’s license. Both of these things would have a serious impact on your life.

Some individuals actually walk away with a criminal record that they are stuck with for the rest of their life. A criminal record has even more serious implications. All of these things underscore the importance of working closely with a lawyer from Amato Sanita Law Offices.

Our lawyers understand the justice system and have experience in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Courts. They will provide you with sound advice and may be able to have the charges against you dismissed. For example, if a person is charged with underage drinking, the lawyer may be able to help prove that the drink was non-alcoholic.

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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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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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