This law section outlines the lien rights of judgments in Philadelphia, including how judgments are indexed and enforced. It also authorizes the appointment of substitute magistrates and hearing officers in the Philadelphia Municipal Court, with provisions for their qualifications and conduct. Amendments clarify procedural and employment rights for court personnel.
A judgment lien in Philadelphia attaches to property in the same way as liens from the Court of Common Pleas, and judgments are indexed accordingly.
Qualified attorneys employed by the court can be appointed as substitute magistrates during emergencies, upon a written emergency finding by the President Judge.
Hearing officers must be attorneys or meet specific qualifications set by the court, with conduct governed by a code of conduct promulgated by the Supreme Court.
No, amendments specify that substitute magistrates do not receive retirement benefits or rights different from bail commissioners prior to Act 98.