Magisterial District Court Serving Northern Montgomery County
Magisterial District Court MDJ 38-2-02, located in Red Hill, serves some of the most northern and rural communities in Montgomery County. The district covers multiple towns—Marlborough, Upper Hanover, Salford, Upper Salford, Green Lane, East Greenville, and Pennsburg—creating a diverse caseload ranging from traffic violations and summary offenses to serious criminal charges.
If you were arrested or cited in any of these communities, your case will begin at MDJ 38-2-02 before it can be sent to the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas.
Cases Handled at MDJ 38-2-02
Criminal & Preliminary Hearings
MDJ 38-2-02 handles the early stages of criminal cases such as:
- Simple & Aggravated Assault
- Domestic Violence & PFA Violations
- Drug Possession & PWID
- Retail Theft & Property Crimes
- Burglary & Criminal Trespass
- Robbery & Theft Charges
- Firearms Violations
- DUI (criminal components later go to Common Pleas)
- Harassment & Disorderly Conduct
- Fraud, Forgery & Financial Crimes
- Inchoate Crimes (Attempt, Conspiracy, Solicitation)
Summary & Traffic Matters
- Speeding and reckless driving
- Accident-related citations
- Driving under suspension
- Public intoxication
- Noise/ordinance violations
Other Court Responsibilities
- Bail hearings
- Preliminary arraignments
- Summary trials
- Search warrant authorizations
- Emergency judicial duties
Why the Preliminary Hearing at MDJ 38-2-02 Is Critical
Attorney William A. Weiss uses the preliminary hearing to:
✔ Challenge the prosecution’s evidence
✔ Cross-examine the arresting officers
✔ Identify holes in probable cause or investigative procedures
✔ Bring out inconsistencies in witness testimony
✔ Seek dismissals when evidence is insufficient
✔ Negotiate charge reductions when appropriate
✔ Build strategic leverage early in the case
A strong showing here can significantly influence the direction of your case once it reaches Norristown.
Why Choose Attorney William A. Weiss for MDJ 38-2-02?
The Northern Montgomery County region policed by local departments and Pennsylvania State Police generates a wide mix of cases, including:
- Rural DUI stops
- Drug possession related to vehicle searches
- Domestic incidents in residential neighborhoods
- Retail theft from local stores
- Assault charges related to disputes or alcohol use
Attorney William A. Weiss understands how these cases are investigated and prosecuted in communities like Upper Hanover, Pennsburg, and Green Lane.
Clients benefit from his:
- Strong command of Montgomery County court procedures
- Ability to challenge unlawful traffic stops and searches
- Skilled negotiation with prosecutors
- Strategic motions practice
- Detail-oriented review of discovery and affidavits
- Consistent results in both MDJ and Common Pleas courts
Towns Covered by MDJ 38-2-02
Montgomery County Court Resources
- Montgomery County Criminal Defense
- Montgomery County Criminal Charges
- Montgomery County Violations
- Montgomery County Court System
- Montgomery County Magisterial District Courts
Criminal Defense by Town(s)
- Marlborough Township Criminal Defense
- Upper Hanover Township Criminal Defense
- Salford Township Criminal Defense
- Upper Salford Township Criminal Defense


