Receiving a summons to appear in court can be nerve-racking for many people. Whether you’ve received a traffic violation that requires you to appear in court, you’re engaged in a criminal case, or if you have a civil dispute or minor lawsuit, there are many reasons that you’ll need to appear before a judge. It’s important that you carefully follow the instructions on the summons, and hire an advocate, a civil or criminal attorney, to help you navigate the process.
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Where Is the Court Located?
You can find this courtroom at 150 S. MacDade Blvd., Suite E, Darby, Pennsylvania 19023. It’s in a strip mall with plenty of parking and even a deli next door if you get hungry. Parking is free, and the building is clearly marked. If you have questions about your summons, you can reach the court at 610-534-3504.
What Is Magisterial District Court 32-2-37 Like?
In the courtroom, you’ll appear before Judge Forbes. You’ll be asked questions about your case, and there may be certain motions that are discussed leading up to the case itself. Your summons should tell you what will be covered, but your attorney can help you understand better how the procedure will go.
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District courts handle a variety of different cases. If you are involved in a landlord-tenant dispute, your case will be heard here, as will be a small claims case or minor lawsuit. Small claims are those with less than $12,000 of damages requested.
Preliminary matters for criminal cases are also handled by Magisterial Courts. These can include domestic violence and other assault and battery matters, DUI/ DWI cases, and any other criminal matters that occurred in the county.
Traffic matters such as including reckless driving, driving without a license, speeding in excess of 30 miles per hour over the speed limit, and failure to stop at stop signs/red lights may be heard before the court. Sometimes you’ll receive a summons before the court, especially if you’ve had multiple traffic offenses.
Do I Need a Lawyer For a Summons?
For any legal matter, hiring a lawyer is always best. Some of the laws surrounding your case may be complicated, and you’ll likely have questions. A professional advocate, one that’s dedicated to representing your case, is important. You may be better able to protect your position in a civil case or gather evidence to help defend you in a criminal case.
Don’t Wait – Call Latoison Law Today!
Contact Latoison Law for all your legal needs… The right firm, right now. We have the expertise and a team ready to fight beside you throughout the entire court process. We can help you with a consultation, and we have video chat and video conferencing capabilities available! Give us a call or message us at 610-999-1439.
