Rule 1101 - Applicability of rules (a) Rules applicable. - Except as otherwise provided in subdivision (b), these rules apply to all actions and proceedings in the courts of this state.
(b) Rules inapplicable. - The rules other than those with respect to privileges do not apply in the following situations:
(1) Preliminary Questions of Fact. - The determination of questions of fact preliminary to admissibility of evidence when the issue is to be determined by the court under Rule 104(a); (2) Grand jury. - Proceedings before grand juries; (3) Miscellaneous Proceedings. - Proceedings for extradition or rendition; preliminary examination in criminal cases; sentencing, granting or revoking probation other than adjudicatory hearings; juvenile proceedings other than adjudicatory hearings; issuance of warrants for arrest, criminal summonses, and search warrants; and proceedings with respect to release on bail or otherwise; (4) Contempt Proceedings in which the court may act summarily. Amended January 8, 1992, effective march 31, 1992.