The words Omnibus Pre-Trial Motion are rarely understood. What it means is “all other motions.” So, unless otherwise required, all pre-trial requests for relief shall be included in one motion. The types of relief that are appropriate for this motion are: Motion for Continuance Severance, Joinder or Consolidation. Severance means that you wish not to […]
Rule 571 of Criminal Procedure allows for a formal arraignment. This is a date set by the Court where a Defendant is called forward and told he has a right to be represented by counsel, the nature of the charges against him, the right to file a Bill of Particulars, Discovery Motions and finally any […]