PA Superior Court

Com. v. Robinson - Criminal Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential decision affirming the dismissal of Donnelle Robinson's second petition for Post-Conviction Relief Act (PCRA) under docket numbers 1118 EDA 2025, 1119 EDA 2025, and 1120 EDA 2025. The appeal stems from orders entered on April 11, 2025, by the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County.

Com. v. Harris - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court issued a non-precedential opinion in the criminal appeal case of Commonwealth v. Harris. The court affirmed the judgment of sentence entered by the trial court. The appeal concerned charges including rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, strangulation, burglary, and robbery.

Com. v. Francis, C. - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court reversed a trial court's decision to exclude expert testimony from a forensic scientist in the case of Com. v. Francis. The Commonwealth argued the trial court erred in precluding the testimony regarding THC vape pen devices found during a traffic stop. The appellate court agreed, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Com. v. Dunkowski - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed the dismissal of Albert Dunkowski's PCRA petition but remanded for the sentencing court to consider his eligibility for Recidivism Risk Reduction Incentive (RRRI) credits. The court found that Dunkowski is entitled to relief on his newly raised claim regarding RRRI eligibility.

Pauletta v. Riverview Manor - Non-Precedential Court Decision

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a lower court's order granting summary judgment to Riverview Manor Homeowners' Association in a dispute with unit owner Robert Pauletta. The case involved Pauletta's request to install a portable HVAC unit requiring an exterior vent, which was denied based on community covenants.

Commonwealth v. Jason Goodwill - PCRA Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania affirmed the dismissal of Jason Goodwill's PCRA petition. Goodwill appealed the denial of relief on claims of ineffective assistance of plea counsel. The court found the PCRA court properly denied relief.

Com. v. Corbett - Probation Violation Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential decision in the case of Commonwealth v. Corbett. The court vacated the judgment of sentence and remanded the case for resentencing after the appellant appealed the revocation of his probation.

Com. v. Dunkowski - Superior Court Opinion

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential opinion in Com. v. Dunkowski, docket number 1507 EDA 2025. While affirming the dismissal of the PCRA petition, the court granted relief on a new claim regarding the sentencing court's failure to consider RRRI eligibility, remanding for further consideration.

Com. v. Dunkowski - Appeal of PCRA Order Dismissal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed the dismissal of Christine R. Dunkowski's second petition for Post Conviction Relief Act (PCRA) relief. The court found her claims to be either not cognizable under the PCRA or lacking merit. The case involves charges related to child endangerment.

Pennsylvania Superior Court non-precedential opinion Com. v. Moore

Pennsylvania Superior Court non-precedential opinion Com. v. Moore