By Judge Leah Williams Duncan Esq. (The subject of this month’s submission stems from a question I received during the monthly Northside Public Safety Council meeting. Thanks to Council President Yvonne Rainey for suggesting that I take the opportunity to make this information available in this foru...

Magisterial District 05-2-42 News: Judge Leah Williams Duncan Esq. The term “pro se” is a Latin phrase meaning “for self” or “in one’s own behalf.” A person appearing in court or conducting legal business without an attorney is said to be acting “pro se.” At the Magisterial District court level, wel...

Magisterial District 05-2-42 News: Judge Leah Williams Duncan Esq. In 1968, a new Constitution adopted in Pennsylvania established the Magisterial District Courts. However, If you’ve been paying close attention, you may have noticed that the position of District Justice or “Magistrate” no longer exi...