Current through July 3, 2024
Rule 529.1 - Modification Of Bail Order Prior To Verdict(a) All motions concerning bail before verdict pursuant to Pa.R.Crim.P. 529(C) shall be heard by the Motions Judge of the Criminal Division in open court and on the record.(b) Notice of hearing concerning bail before verdict must be given to the Attorney for the Commonwealth, defense counsel of record and the Bail Agency Unit and no hearing shall be conducted unless the Attorney for the Commonwealth and a representative of the Bail Agency Unit are present.(c) In cases of emergency, if defense counsel of record could not be notified of the bail hearing, defense counsel shall be promptly notified by the Bail Agency Unit of the Motions Judge's disposition on the motion and if, upon such notification, defense counsel requests an opportunity to be heard, another hearing will be scheduled by the Bail Agency Unit.Amended effective 4/9/2024.