This program is eligible for 3 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states. In 50-minute states, this program is eligible for 3.6 hours of CLE credit. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules.
Overview
Unlock the keys to success in criminal practice in Philadelphia's Municipal Court with our comprehensive course. Join us as we delve into essential topics crucial for every practitioner navigating the Philadelphia Municipal Court system. Our expert speakers will guide you through Arrest/Bail/Arraignment Procedures, Preliminary Hearings, Municipal Court trials, Diversionary Programs, Municipal Court Legal Updates, Views from the Bench, and D.U.I. updates.
Key Features of the CLE:
- Arrest/Bail/Arraignment Procedures: Gain insights into the intricacies of the arrest process, bail considerations, and arraignment procedures to ensure you are well-equipped to handle your cases from the outset.
- Preliminary Hearings: Navigate the nuances of preliminary hearings, including strategies for effective representation, evidence presentation, and legal arguments critical to this stage of criminal proceedings.
- Municipal Court Trials: Explore the essentials of Municipal Court trials, from case preparation to courtroom strategies. Learn from experienced practitioners about best practices for success in this unique legal setting.
- Diversionary Programs: Understand the various diversionary programs available and how to effectively advocate for your clients' participation, offering alternatives to traditional court proceedings.
- Municipal Court Legal Updates for the Practitioner: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest legal updates, ensuring that your practice is current and aligned with the ever-evolving landscape of Municipal Court procedures.
- Views from the Bench: Hear directly from the judiciary, gaining valuable insights into the expectations and perspectives of the bench. Enhance your understanding of how to effectively communicate and present your case.
- D.U.I. Updates: Explore the latest developments in D.U.I. law and defense strategies. Stay informed about changes in legislation, case law, and best practices in representing clients facing D.U.I. charges.
Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and connect with fellow practitioners. Register now to secure your spot at the Nuts & Bolts of Criminal Practice in Philadelphia Municipal Court CLE, and elevate your criminal law expertise to new heights.
Recorded in February 2024.
Faculty
Joseph K. Kelly, Esq.
Mr. Kelly is a sole practitioner in Philadelphia with over 20 years of experience in transportation related law. His practice concentrates in the areas of motor vehicle law, Title 75, DUI defense, license suspensions and license restoration. He represents thousands of union members from Local 107, Local 500, Local 628, Local 1201 and numerous other members and their families. He also represents hundreds of defendants each year in DUI arrests and thousands of defendants in motor vehicle violations in Philadelphia and surrounding counties. Mr. Kelly has tried thousands of DUIs and was responsible for uncovering the Philadelphia Police Department’s calibration debacle. He has helped to resolve license suspensions in Pennsylvania due to violations such as reckless driving, speeding, DUI, DUI refusal, driving unlicensed, driving under suspension, child support suspensions and drug conviction suspensions. He has filed appeals in Common Pleas Court, the Commonwealth Court and the Superior Court in reference to convictions and suspensions.
Troy H. Wilson, Esq.
Mr. Wilson is a founding partner at the Philadelphia law firm of Wilson & Wilson. He heads his firm’s litigation department. Mr. Wilson served on the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Board of Governors and was a member of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Judicial Review Commission. He also served as chair-person of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Criminal Justice Section and on the executive board of the Pennsylvania Bar Institute-Philadelphia Bar Education Center. He is an active member of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice and is a founder, and past president of the Concerned Black Lawyers Association, which provided pro bono legal advice to the Philadelphia community for over eight years. Mr. Wilson has been a moderator, course planner and speaker for various CLE courses including, but not limited to, Juvenile Practice and Procedures, The Nuts and Bolts of Criminal Practice in Philadelphia, How to Defend a Drug Case in Philadelphia County and Civil Consequences of Criminal Proceedings. He has taught as an adjunct professor of law at the Widener University School of Law. Mr. Wilson and his law partner/wife Sharon Wilson, Esquire, wrote a newspaper advice column entitled, “The Law and You,” for the Philadelphia Tribune. Mr. Wilson now frequently appears on Philadelphia Fox 29 television as a legal contributor to their newscasts on both civil and criminal matters. He received his juris doctorate from Temple University School of Law and graduated from Brown University with a B.A. honors degree in Urban Studies.
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