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A Motion to Dismiss in Pennsylvania Rule 587 (234 Pa. Code §587) controls motions to dismiss in Pennsylvania. It specifically describes the procedure if you argue that the charges weren't filed in a reasonable time or the charges violate double jeopardy.
A crossclaim seeks affirmative relief against a co-party in the lawsuit such as a co- defendant. Crossclaims are generally permissive in that they may be brought in the same suit if they arise out of the same transaction or occurrence, but some state courts allow cross claims to be brought in a sep- arate suit.
RULE 580. DISPOSITION OF PRETRIAL MOTIONS. Unless otherwise provided in these rules, all pretrial motions shall be determined before trial. Trial shall be postponed by the court for the determination of pretrial motions, if necessary.
If you file an Answer to the lawsuit and defend yourself in court, you can state an affirmative defense. You can deny what the plaintiff says you did without saying anything else. But you can also have affirmative defenses. You must raise it in your Answer or you may give up your right to bring it up later.
Rule 576 - Filing And Service By Parties (A) The Clerk of Courts shall immediately time stamp all written motions, notices, or documents presented for filing, and shall docket and place in the criminal case file all such papers within two working days of filing.
There are four defenses that may be waived if not made by a Rule 12 motion: Lack of Personal Jurisdiction (Rule 12(b)(2)); Improper Venue (Rule 12(b)(3)); Insufficiency of Process (Rule 12(b)(4)); and Insufficiency of Service of Process (Rule 12(b)(5).)
A motion to suppress is a vital legal tool for defendants facing criminal charges in Pennsylvania. By challenging the admissibility of evidence obtained in violation of their constitutional rights, defendants can protect their rights and potentially weaken the prosecution's case.
Motion for Dismissal. ([A]a) Untimely Filing of Information. (1) Upon motion and a showing that an information has not been filed within a reasonable time, the court may order dismissal of the prosecution, or in lieu thereof, make such other order as shall be appropriate in the interests of justice.