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  • Rule 117
    – Coverage; Setting and Accepting Bail
  • Rule 120
    – Attorneys – Appearances
  • Rule 135
    – Transcript of Proceedings Before Issuing Authority
  • Rule 150
    – Bench Warrants
  • Rule 319
    – Dismissal of Charges After Successful Completion of ARD Program
  • Rule 460
    – Notice of Appeals; Transmittal of Transcript and Associated Documents
  • Rule 510
    – Notice to be Sent When Case is Initiated By Summons
  • Rule 528
    – Requirements for Real Estate Bail
  • Rule 542
    – Continuances of Preliminary Hearings Before Magisterial District Judges
  • Rule 547
    – Transmittal of Transcript and Associated Documents
  • Rule 552
    – Local Scheduling Procedures
  • Rule 579
    – Time for Omnibus Pretrial Motion and Service
  • Rule 590
    – Pleas, Plea Agreements and Written Colloquies
  • Rule 600
    – Sessions of Criminal Court, Trial List and Other Procedures
  • Rule 602
    – Presence of Defendants – Transportation

Although parking meters are bagged, the public can park on the Diamond until noon. After noon, tickets will be issued and the roads will be blocked off. If there are any issues, please contact the department you are visiting.