Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes

42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 9302 (2026)

 Commencement and termination of trial.

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§ 9302.  Commencement and termination of trial.

The trial of a criminal proceeding shall be deemed to commence and terminate at the times or on the occurrence of events prescribed by general rules.

Notes of Decisions
Cited in 2 cases, 2004–2004 · leading case: In the Interest of C.B., 861 A.2d 287 (Pa. Super. Ct. 2004).
In the Interest of C.B., 861 A.2d 287 (Pa. Super. Ct. 2004). “Shane’s mother died, and the question was whether Shane was without “a parent, guardian, or legal custodian,” for purposes of 42 Pa.C.S. § 9302’s definition of “dependent child” so that the local child welfare agency could become involved in his care.”
In Re Cb, 861 A.2d 287 (Pa. Super. Ct. 2004). “Shane's mother died, and the question was whether Shane was without "a parent, guardian, or legal custodian," for purposes of 42 Pa.C.S. § 9302's definition of "dependent child" so that the local child welfare agency could become involved in his care.”
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