Magisterial District Court Serving Lower Merion Township & Narberth Borough in Montgomery County
Magisterial District Court MDJ 38-1-06, located in Narberth, handles criminal, traffic, and summary cases arising out of Lower Merion Township and Narberth Borough. If you were arrested or cited in areas such as Ardmore, Bala Cynwyd, Penn Wynne, Wynnewood, Merion Station, or Narberth’s downtown area, your case begins in this court.
As a gateway to the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas, MDJ 38-1-06 plays a critical role in determining how your criminal case proceeds.
Cases Handled at MDJ 38-1-06
Criminal Cases (Preliminary Phase)
The court handles the early stages of:
- Simple & Aggravated Assault
- Domestic Violence Allegations
- Retail Theft & Property Crimes
- Drug Possession & PWID
- Firearms Offenses
- Burglary, Robbery & Trespass
- Fraud, Forgery & Identity Crimes
- Criminal Mischief
- Inchoate offenses (Attempt, Conspiracy, Solicitation)
Summary & Traffic Offenses
- Disorderly Conduct
- Harassment
- Underage Drinking
- Public Intoxication
- Speeding & Other Traffic Tickets
- Driving Under Suspension
- Accident-related Offenses
Additional Court Responsibilities
- Preliminary Arraignments
- Bail Determinations
- Search Warrant Approvals
- Emergency Judicial Matters
Why Your Preliminary Hearing at MDJ 38-1-06 Is Critical
The preliminary hearing is one of the most pivotal stages of your case. Attorney William A. Weiss uses this opportunity to:
✔ Challenge whether probable cause truly exists
✔ Cross-examine police and civilian witnesses
✔ Expose weaknesses or contradictions in the prosecution’s evidence
✔ Seek immediate dismissal of unsupported charges
✔ Reduce felonies to misdemeanors when appropriate
✔ Negotiate early resolutions with the Commonwealth
A strong showing at MDJ 38-1-06 can prevent your case from advancing to the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas, saving time, money, and risk.
Why Choose Attorney William A. Weiss for MDJ 38-1-06 Cases?
Lower Merion and Narberth are heavily patrolled areas with frequent arrests for retail theft, drug possession, DUI stops, domestic incidents, and student-related offenses. Attorney William A. Weiss knows the unique policing patterns of the Lower Merion Police Department and how prosecutions are handled in this district.
His advantages include:
- Extensive experience in MDJ 38-1-06
- Knowledge of local officer practices and investigative style
- Thorough review of affidavits, reports, and evidence
- Identification of unlawful stops or searches
- Strategic negotiation ability
- Trial-ready advocacy when needed
With Weiss’s representation, clients gain a significant early advantage in protecting their rights and minimizing charges.
Towns Covered by MDJ 38-1-06
This district court covers:
- Lower Merion Township
- Narberth Borough
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