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William Weiss Montgomery County Criminal Lawyer

MDJ 38-2-04 – Bala and Lower Merion Court

SKA Law Group

About William Weiss

Attorney William Weiss brings decades of legal experience and a strong courtroom presence to every case he handles. His background includes early work with the Chester County District Attorney’s Office, where he built a foundation in trial advocacy before spending years defending clients across Southeastern Pennsylvania. Known for his strategic preparation and client-focused approach, Weiss is a steady advocate for individuals facing charges from misdemeanors to serious felonies.

⚖️ Practice Areas

🎓 Education & Credentials

📘 Admitted to Practice: Pennsylvania (1986)
🏛 Early Experience: Chester County DA’s Office (Certified Legal Intern)
⚔ Trial Advocacy: Extensive courtroom and negotiation experience

🧭 Defense Approach

🔍 Thorough case evaluation
⚖ Aggressive negotiation & trial strategy
🤝 Respectful, client-centered representation

📍 Service Areas

Magisterial District Court Serving Lower Merion & Surrounding Communities

Magisterial District Court MDJ 38-2-04, located in Narberth, serves Bala Cynwyd and portions of Lower Merion Township, one of the most active and densely populated regions of Montgomery County. Lower Merion includes major roadways, residential neighborhoods, universities, shopping areas, and heavily traveled commuter routes—leading to a wide variety of criminal, traffic, and summary cases.

If you were charged or cited in Bala Cynwyd or Lower Merion, your case will begin at MDJ 38-2-04 before it can advance to the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas.

Cases Handled at MDJ 38-2-04

Criminal & Preliminary Hearings

MDJ 38-2-04 handles early-stage proceedings for:

Simple & Aggravated Assault
Domestic Violence & PFA Violations
Drug Possession & PWID
Retail Theft & Shoplifting
Burglary & Criminal Trespass
Robbery & Theft Offenses
Firearms & Weapons Charges
DUI (criminal cases later move to Common Pleas)
Harassment & Disorderly Conduct
Fraud & Forgery
Attempt, Conspiracy & other Inchoate Crimes

Summary & Traffic Matters

Speeding violations
Driving under suspension
Accident-related traffic citations
Public intoxication
Underage drinking
Noise ordinance violations
Local code violations

Other Court Functions

Preliminary Arraignments
Bail Hearings
Summary Trials
Search Warrant Authorization
Emergency Judicial Requests

Why the Preliminary Hearing at MDJ 38-2-04 Matters

Attorney William A. Weiss uses the preliminary hearing to:

✔ Challenge whether the prosecution has enough evidence
✔ Cross-examine police officers and civilian witnesses
✔ Identify flawed procedures, contradictions, or unlawful searches
✔ Fight for dismissal when evidence is insufficient
✔ Seek charge reductions where appropriate
✔ Build leverage for negotiations or potential trial

A strong early defense at MDJ 38-2-04 can dramatically influence the outcome of your case.

Why Hire Attorney William A. Weiss for MDJ 38-2-04 Cases?

Lower Merion and Bala Cynwyd experience:

Active traffic enforcement
Retail theft cases from local shopping centers
Assaults and domestic incidents
Drug possession cases linked to vehicle stops
College / young adult–related incidents
Property crime investigations

William Weiss’s defense strengths include:

Familiarity with Lower Merion police procedures
In-depth review of discovery, affidavits, and reports
Strategic challenges to unconstitutional stops and searches
Strong cross-examination skills
Ability to secure dismissals and reductions early
Consistent representation across Montgomery County MDJ courts