Filing Private Criminal Complaint

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In Pennsylvania, if the District Attorney refuses to prosecute, you can file a private criminal complaint with the Magisterial District Judge (MDJ) in the area where the crime occurred. Visit the Magisterial District Court in Cambria County, prepare a detailed affidavit outlining the incident and evidence, and submit it for review. The MDJ will decide if the complaint should proceed. Filing fees vary by county, and complaints typically cannot be filed online. For more information, contact the Magisterial District Court in Cambria County.

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Someone committed the crime of tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, it is prohibited to make, present, or use any record, document, or thing knowing it to be false with the intent to mislead a public servant engaged in a proceeding or investigation. the distrcit attorney refuses to file charges I now want to file a private criminal complaint where would I do this from
Hey Cassie and Brett! To file a private criminal complaint in Pennsylvania, you need to go to the office of the District Attorney in the county where the crime occurred. Typically, you'll need to provide a detailed affidavit describing the incident and any evidence you have.
Do you know which county the crime took place in?
cambria
Hey Cassie and Brett! You should file your private criminal complaint with the Cambria County District Attorney's Office. You'll need to prepare a detailed affidavit outlining the incident and any evidence you have.
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I need to take it to the magisterial court for a private criminal complaint given the district attorney refuses to prosecute and is assisting with the obstruction of justice
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In Pennsylvania, if the District Attorney refuses to prosecute, you can still file your private criminal complaint with the Magisterial District Judge (MDJ) in the area where the crime occurred.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with filing your complaint at the Magisterial District Court?
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To proceed with filing your private criminal complaint at the Magisterial District Court in Cambria County, follow these steps:
- Visit the Magisterial District Court in the area where the crime occurred.
- Prepare and submit a detailed affidavit outlining the incident and any evidence you have.
- The MDJ will review your complaint and decide if it should move forward.
Would you like more specific details on the Magisterial District Court in Cambria County?
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You can file your private criminal complaint at the Magisterial District Court in the area where the crime occurred. Here's how you can proceed:
- Visit the specific Magisterial District Court in Cambria County.
- Prepare and submit a detailed affidavit outlining the incident and any evidence you have.
- The MDJ will review your complaint and decide if it should move forward.
Would you like more specific details on the Magisterial District Court in Cambria County?
when filing a police report for tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, it is prohibited to make, present, or use any record, document, or thing knowing it to be false with the intent to mislead a public servant engaged in a proceeding or investigation how do I ensure charges get pressed
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To ensure charges get pressed:
- Provide a comprehensive affidavit with all evidence.
- Clearly explain how the evidence tampering misled the investigation.
- Request the Magisterial District Judge (MDJ) to review and approve your complaint.
Would you like specific contact details for the Magisterial District Court in Cambria County?
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Magisterial District Court in Cambria County~
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * South Center Street, Ebensburg, PA *
Website: www.pacourts.us


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what is the cost to file a private criminal complaint at that location and can it be done online
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In Pennsylvania, there is no standard filing fee for a private criminal complaint, as fees can vary by county and specific court. Unfortunately, private criminal complaints typically cannot be filed online and must be done in person at the Magisterial District Court.
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