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Commonwealth vs. Mangione

CP-07-CR-0002724-2024 The defendant is currently in federal custody and unavailable for personal appearance in Blair County. The court has scheduled hearings and issued writs of habeas corpus ad prosequendum to secure the defendant's physical presence, which have been denied by federal authorities. The defendant refuses remote appearances, leading to cancellations of hearings. The court continues to monitor the defendant's availability with periodic updates required from the Commonwealth and defense. Filed Dec 9, 2024

Criminal prosecution of Luigi Nicholas Mangione involving charges of forgery, carrying a firearm without a license, tampering with records, possessing instruments of crime, and false identification to law enforcement. The defendant is in federal custody and unavailable for personal appearance in Blair County, with ongoing proceedings regarding his availability and requests for remote appearances.

A chronological view of key events and filings in this matter.

2025
Hearing for pretrial motion in Manhattan, New York; defendant expected to be present
Dec 1, 2025
Attendance of the Defendant for pretrial litigation of charges
Nov 7, 2025
Omnibus pre-trial motion hearing for Defendant Luigi N. Mangione
Nov 7, 2025
Hearing on Omnibus Pretrial Motion
Nov 7, 2025
Hearing originally scheduled but canceled due to Defendant's refusal to appear remotely.
Nov 7, 2025
Hearing on the Omnibus Pretrial Motion
Nov 7, 2025
Hearing initially scheduled but canceled as Defendant unwilling to appear remotely
Nov 7, 2025
Court decision about your hearing attendance
Oct 15, 2025

The court decided you cannot attend the hearings remotely and must be present in person. They will keep updating about your availability and plans for your hearings.

Court Requests Information and Hearing Update
Sep 29, 2025

The Court has asked for more information about why a federal request was denied and canceled your November 7 hearing because you chose not to appear remotely. The Court will check in every 60 days to see when you are available, and you need to confirm how you want to attend.

New court order affects your case schedule
Sep 29, 2025

The court is asking for important records related to your case within 30 days. A hearing was canceled, and you will get updates every 60 days about progress and scheduling.

Notice About Court Appearance Arrangements
Sep 17, 2025

The federal government has said no to a special request to bring you to court in person. This means you can only attend court meetings through a video call right now.

Federal Government Denied Your Transfer Request
Sep 17, 2025

The federal government has refused to send you to Pennsylvania for your case. This means you can only appear in court through video calls, not in person.

Defendant Objects to Government's Notice
Sep 17, 2025

You have formally challenged the government's claim about a denial related to your case. You are asking the court to review this issue and make sure your rights are protected during the legal process.

Court Orders Your Appearance at Hearing
Sep 8, 2025

The court has arranged for you to be brought from the federal detention center to Blair County for a hearing on November 7, 2025. This means you will attend a court session related to your case on that date.

Court Sets Hearing Date for Your Case
Sep 8, 2025

A hearing about your case is scheduled for November 7, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. You may need to attend in person or remotely if transportation is not available.

Court Orders Your Transfer for Hearing
Sep 8, 2025

You will be temporarily moved from federal custody to the local sheriff's department. This allows you to appear in court for a hearing about your case on November 7, 2025.

Defendant Unavailable for In-Person Court Appearance
Aug 21, 2025

The court was informed that you cannot appear in person because you are in federal custody. You will be allowed to participate in court through a video call instead.

Explanation of Process to Secure Your Appearance
Aug 19, 2025

The Commonwealth is working to ensure you are brought to Blair County for your court case. They are explaining the legal steps to make this happen, even though it may be challenging due to other authorities holding you.

Court Reviews Request to Move Your Case
Aug 14, 2025

The government asked the court to bring you to court for your case. The court is now reviewing the reasons for this request before making a decision.

Court Gives Updated Case Instructions
Aug 8, 2025

The court has set new directions about your case. You or your attorney can ask for new court dates if your situation changes.

Court Arrangements for Your Hearing
Aug 8, 2025

The government has asked the court to bring you from federal custody to the local court for a hearing. This means you will appear in Blair County Court for important decisions about your case before your trial.

Court is reviewing a government request
Aug 8, 2025

The government asked the court for permission related to your case. The court is now considering this request and will decide soon.

Response to Notice About Your Court Appearance
Jul 3, 2025

Your lawyer has replied to a claim that you could not appear in court in person. They explained why the proper steps must be followed for your court appearance.

Court Orders Updates on Defendant's Availability
Jul 2, 2025

The court wants regular updates every 60 days about whether the defendant can appear in person. Your defense team and the other side must provide information and can ask for a hearing if things change.

Notice of Your Unavailability for Court
Jun 23, 2025

You are currently unable to appear in person in Blair County because you are in federal custody in New York. The court has been asked to allow you to attend your court proceedings remotely through a video call.

Commonwealth Responds to Your Motions
Apr 25, 2025

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania disagrees with your requests to the court before trial. They want the judge to reject your motions and keep the case moving forward as it is.

Deadline for Commonwealth to submit response
Apr 25, 2025
Scheduled hearing
Apr 17, 2025
Extension Granted for Response Deadline
Apr 16, 2025

The deadline for the Commonwealth to reply has been moved to April 25, 2025. This gives more time before you need to receive their response.

Defendant Requests In-Person Court Appearances
Mar 7, 2025

You have chosen to be present in person for all upcoming court hearings instead of appearing remotely by video or phone. This means you will attend every pretrial hearing at the courthouse.

Deadline to supplement pre-trial motions, seven days after filing on February 21, 2025
Feb 28, 2025
Deadline to file pre-trial motions prior to Preliminary Call of the List
Feb 21, 2025
New Court Schedule and Instructions
Feb 18, 2025

The court has changed your case schedule and canceled a meeting planned for February 24, 2025. You will need to provide some documents and proof of your status for future meetings, some of which may happen remotely.

Formal Arraignment scheduled
Jan 24, 2025
2024
Motion submitted to protect your rights
Dec 31, 2024

Your attorney has asked the court to review and possibly exclude some evidence and statements collected against you. This also challenges the legality of your detention and seeks a hearing if the other side disagrees.

Hearing on Defendant's Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus and Petition for Imposition of Bail
Dec 30, 2024
Preliminary Hearing for the case MJ-24102-CR-0000623-2024
Dec 23, 2024
Moved Preliminary Hearing before Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones
Dec 23, 2024
Preliminary hearing rescheduled
Dec 23, 2024
Request to Challenge Detention and Evidence
Dec 19, 2024

The defendant's lawyer is asking the court to review your detention and some evidence against you. They want to stop the case if the charges or evidence are not supported by the law.

Preliminary hearing scheduled
Dec 19, 2024
Matter heard upon Commonwealth's Fugitive from Justice Complaint
Dec 19, 2024
Preliminary Hearing before Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones
Dec 19, 2024
Rescheduled Preliminary Hearing
Dec 19, 2024
Hearing Scheduled for Your Case
Dec 17, 2024

A court hearing is set for December 19, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. You will need to attend the hearing at the Blair County Courthouse in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.

Request for Release and Bail
Dec 12, 2024

Your attorney is asking the court to release you from custody and allow bail. They believe there is not enough evidence to keep you detained or extradited, and they may update the request if needed.

Court Order on Your Case
Dec 10, 2024

The court has made decisions about your situation. You have the right to a lawyer and can ask for a special review, but you will stay in custody until your hearing.

Order for Your Transport to Court
Dec 10, 2024

You will be taken from Huntingdon State Correctional Institution to Blair County Prison for your court arraignment. After that, you will be returned to the correctional institution unless the court decides otherwise.

New Police Complaint Filed Against You
Dec 10, 2024

A complaint has been filed that accuses you of crimes related to your arrest and extradition. This means the government is seeking permission for your arrest or to bring you to court to answer the charges.

Preliminary Hearing Date Changed
Dec 9, 2024

Your preliminary hearing has been moved earlier to December 19, 2024, at 8:30 AM. It will still take place at the Blair County Courthouse.

New Criminal Charges Filed Against You
Dec 9, 2024

You have been officially charged with several crimes by the government. You should understand these charges and prepare to respond as needed.

Preliminary Hearing Scheduled for Your Case
Dec 9, 2024

A hearing is set for December 23, 2024, at 9:00 AM at the Blair County Courthouse. You need to attend to hear the charges and understand your rights.

Preliminary Arraignment before Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones
Dec 9, 2024
Notice of Your Court Appearance Change
Nov 25, 2024

You cannot appear in person in Blair County because you are in federal custody. The court is being asked to let you attend your hearings remotely by video instead.

Notice of Your Remote Court Appearance
Nov 25, 2024

The court was informed that you cannot appear in person because you are in federal custody. You will participate in court hearings through video instead of being there physically.