Commonwealth v. Smith

By Judge Edward l. Hogshire

After sentencing, the Defendant has moved the Court to reconsider its original ruling denying bond pending appeal. After reviewing the authorities submitted by both parties, the Court concludes that it lacks jurisdiction over this matter.

Discussion of Authorities

The Defendant concedes that more than twenty-one days have elapsed since the Court’s sentencing. Therefore, Rule 1:1 would preclude the Court ftom exercising further jurisdiction over the matter. Defendant responds, however, by pointing out that no written order has been entered denying the bond and that die…