Magisterial District Court 38‑1‑02
Presiding Judge: Hon. Robert E. Madden Jr.
Address: 117 York Road, Suite 100B, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Phone: (215) 635‑1535
Fax: (215) 635‑2256
Jurisdiction
Magisterial District Court 38‑1‑02 serves Jenkintown Borough and portions of Cheltenham Township, handling legal matters arising in these communities. It is part of Montgomery County’s district court system.
Types of Cases Handled
This court typically presides over:
Preliminary arraignments and hearings for criminal offenses, including DUI, drug cases, and misdemeanors
Traffic violations and summary offenses
Civil lawsuits involving claims up to $12,000
Landlord‑tenant matters, such as evictions and small claims
If you're arrested, cited, or summoned in Jenkintown or the surrounding parts of Cheltenham Township, this court will likely be your first court appearance.
What to Expect
If you have a matter before this court, your appearance may involve one of the following:
Preliminary Arraignment: The charges are officially presented, and conditions such as bail or release are set.
Preliminary Hearing: The prosecution must establish a prima facie case for the charges to move forward to the Court of Common Pleas.
Summary Trial: For minor offenses—such as traffic citations or disorderly conduct—the judge may handle the case without a jury.
Attendees should arrive early, dress appropriately, and be prepared for a formal courtroom setting.
Facing Criminal Charges in This Court?
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