--- title: "Matthew R. Harvey | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/matthew-r-harvey-wv-magistrate-hancock" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-10-07" --- # Matthew R. Harvey West Virginia Magistrate Court, Hancock County · Magistrate ## Profile - Court: West Virginia Magistrate Court, Hancock County - State: West Virginia - Role: Magistrate - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-07-27 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## Biography ### Professional career - Magisterial District Judge in Adams County, Pennsylvania, with a strong professional background in law, a commitment to community service, and active engagement in judicial associations - His academic background supports his understanding of law and public service, contributing to his effectiveness as a district judge ### Education - Higher education at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania ### Additional information - Direct WTRF May12,2026 report: Matt Harvey won Hancock County Magistrate Division2 unexpired-term race unopposed, 3548 votes, results explicitly unofficial pending certification. - Judge Harvey has a legal and judicial career within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. - Judge Matthew Harvey presides over Magisterial District Court 51-3-01 in Gettysburg, Adams County, Pennsylvania. - Recognized for his contributions to the legal field and has been profiled for his professional expertise on platforms such as, which highlights his career achievements and legal knowledge. - His work emphasizes dignified, respectful, and efficient service to the public, reflecting the mission of the Adams County courts. - In this capacity, he handles a variety of cases including minor criminal offenses, traffic violations, landlord-tenant disputes, and preliminary hearings for more serious criminal matters. - His role is integral to the Adams County Court of Common Pleas, supporting the judicial system by providing accessible and efficient legal adjudication for the local community. - He combines legal expertise with a focus on efficient and respectful court service, making him a key figure in the local judiciary. - Listed in the Special Court Judges Association of Pennsylvania, indicating his active participation in professional judicial networks and commitment to ongoing legal development. ## Before you appear - Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed. - Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance. - Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding. ## Courtroom Rules ### camera and audio equipment Scope: statewide West Virginia Trial Court Rule 8 makes courtroom camera and audio equipment subject to the presiding circuit judge's or magistrate's permission. Evidence excerpt: Cameras and audio equipment may be permitted in and around the courtrooms at the discretion of each presiding circuit judge or magistrate. [West Virginia Trial Court Rules, Rule 8: Media Coverage of Court Proceedings](https://www.courtswv.gov/legal-community/court-rules/wv-trial-court-rules-contents) Source checked: 2026-07-27 ### advance media request timing Scope: statewide West Virginia Trial Court Rule 8 directs the presiding officer to decide requests for camera or audio coverage made at least one day before the proceeding, and lack of advance approval may preclude use. Evidence excerpt: Requests made by a party or any other person at least one day in advance of the proceedings. [West Virginia Trial Court Rules, Rule 8: Media Coverage of Court Proceedings](https://www.courtswv.gov/legal-community/court-rules/wv-trial-court-rules-contents) Source checked: 2026-07-27 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://www.courtswv.gov/public-resources/court-information-county/hancock_county) - [Official roster](https://www.courtswv.gov/public-resources/court-information-county/hancock_county) - [West Virginia Judiciary official judicial roster](https://www.courtswv.gov/public-resources/court-information-county/hancock_county) - [West Virginia Trial Court Rules, Rule 8: Media Coverage of Court Proceedings](https://www.courtswv.gov/legal-community/court-rules/wv-trial-court-rules-contents) - [West Virginia Judiciary Hancock County directory](https://www.courtswv.gov/public-resources/court-information-county/hancock_county) - [www.wtrf.com](https://www.wtrf.com/community/harvey-wins-hancock-county-magistrate-race/) - [www.courtswv.gov](https://www.courtswv.gov/node/32649) - [www.linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-harvey-40082184) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/matthew-r-harvey-wv-magistrate-hancock", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/matthew-r-harvey-wv-magistrate-hancock", "name": "Matthew R. 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