Phil. Cnty. Pa. 515
As amended through December 18, 2021
If a defendant arrives late to court after a Bench Warrant has been issued and the Commonwealth's witnesses have been excused, the judge may hold an immediate bench warrant hearing to determine whether the defendant's lateness was willful. If the judge determines that the lateness was willful, the judge may increase the defendant's bail if it appears that there is an increased likelihood that the defendant will fail to appear at the next listing.
Phil. Cnty. Pa. 515