William Burrows Delaware County Criminal Lawyer

Delaware County Courts | MDJ 32-1-20

About Attorney William Burrows Esq.

Attorney William Burrows offers a distinct advantage rooted in his experience on the prosecutorial side of the courtroom.

Clients trust Attorney William Burrows for his straightforward communication, calculated defense strategies, and extensive courtroom experience.

Having worked closely with the Commonwealth, he understands how criminal cases are investigated and argued.

Burrows is a earned his law degree from Villanova University and previously served as an Assistant District Attorney in Philadelphia.

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Delaware County Magisterial District Court: MDJ 32-1-20 Overview

Magisterial District Court: MDJ 32-1-20 is one of the primary lower courts serving the City of Chester in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. This court handles the earliest stages of criminal cases, including preliminary arraignments, bail determinations, preliminary hearings, and summary offense proceedings.

Cases originating in MDJ 32-1-20 often involve serious criminal allegations due to the population density and enforcement activity within the City of Chester. Early representation at this court level can significantly impact how a case proceeds.

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Municipalities Served by MDJ 32-1-20

According to official Delaware County court records, MDJ 32-1-20 serves the following areas:

  • City of Chester
    • Ward 1
    • Ward 2
    • Ward 6 (Precinct 2)
    • Ward 7 (Precincts 1, 3, and 4)

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All criminal matters arising in these wards—including arrests, citations, and summonses—are initially processed through MDJ 32-1-20 before potentially being transferred to higher court.

Types of Criminal Cases Handled in MDJ 32-1-20

Magisterial District Court 32-1-20 has jurisdiction over a wide range of criminal matters, including:

  • Summary offenses (disorderly conduct, harassment, retail theft under threshold amounts)
  • Preliminary hearings for misdemeanor and felony charges
  • Bail and bond determinations
  • Traffic and DUI-related offenses
  • Initial proceedings for violent and drug-related crimes

Serious cases that survive preliminary hearings are transferred to the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas for formal prosecution.

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Criminal Charges Commonly Associated with MDJ 32-1-20

Because MDJ 32-1-20 serves high-volume urban wards of Chester, the court frequently handles cases involving:

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How Cases Move From MDJ 32-1-20 to the Court of Common Pleas

MDJ 32-1-20 does not conduct trials for felony offenses. Instead, the court’s role is to determine whether the Commonwealth has established prima facie evidence to move a case forward.

If a case is held for court after a preliminary hearing, it is transferred to:

Delaware County Court of Common Pleas
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This transition is a critical stage in a criminal case and often presents opportunities to challenge evidence or negotiate case outcomes.

Importance of Criminal Defense Representation at MDJ 32-1-20

Appearances before MDJ 32-1-20 often determine:

  • Bail conditions or pretrial detention
  • Whether charges are reduced or dismissed
  • Whether a case proceeds to felony court

Attorney William Burrows, affiliated with SKA Law Group LLC, represents clients at this early stage to protect their rights and position their cases for the best possible outcome.

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