Pennsylvania § 3812 - Preliminary hearing or arraignment.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3812 — Preliminary hearing or arraignment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3812. Preliminary hearing or arraignment.
The presiding judicial officer at the preliminary hearing or preliminary arraignment relating to a charge of a violation of section 1543(b)(1.1) (relating to driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked), 3802 (relating to driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance) or 3808(a)(2) (relating to illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock device) shall not reduce or modify the original charges without the consent of the attorney for the Commonwealth.
(July 20, 2026, P.L.436, No.36, eff. 16 months)
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 3812
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3812 cover?
Section 3812 ("Preliminary hearing or arraignment.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 3812?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3812" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 3812 apply to my situation?
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