--- title: "Paul E. Cherry | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/paul-e-cherry-pa-46-cac34015" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-07-26" --- # Paul E. Cherry Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, Judicial District 46 (Clearfield County) · Common Pleas Judge ## Profile - Court: Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, Judicial District 46 (Clearfield County) - State: Pennsylvania - Role: Common Pleas Judge - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-07-26 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## 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 ### recording photography evidence presentation Scope: statewide For Pennsylvania Common Pleas proceedings, statewide Pa.R.J.A. 1910 prohibits courtroom broadcasting, recording, and photography unless an exception or judicial authorization applies; the rule also recognizes judge-authorized electronic or photographic means for evidence presentation. Evidence excerpt: the use of electronic or photographic means for the presentation of evidence [201 Pa. Code Chapter 19, Rule 1910, Broadcasting, Recording and Photography in the Courtroom](https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pacode?d=&file=%2Fsecure%2Fpacode%2Fdata%2F201%2Fchapter19%2Fchap19toc.html) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://www.pacourts.us/courts/courts-of-common-pleas/common-pleas-judges/print-view) - [Official roster](https://www.pacourts.us/courts/courts-of-common-pleas/common-pleas-judges/print-view) - [Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania official judicial roster](https://www.pacourts.us/courts/courts-of-common-pleas/common-pleas-judges/print-view) - [201 Pa. Code Chapter 19, Rule 1910, Broadcasting, Recording and Photography in the Courtroom](https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pacode?d=&file=%2Fsecure%2Fpacode%2Fdata%2F201%2Fchapter19%2Fchap19toc.html) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/paul-e-cherry-pa-46-cac34015", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/paul-e-cherry-pa-46-cac34015", "name": "Paul E. Cherry | KnowJudges", "description": "Paul E. Cherry, Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, Judicial District 46 (Clearfield County). Source-linked judicial identity, courtroom procedures, and presentation guidance.", "dateModified": "2026-07-26", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/#website" }, "mainEntity": { "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/paul-e-cherry-pa-46-cac34015#judge" } }, { "@type": "Person", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/paul-e-cherry-pa-46-cac34015#judge", "name": "Paul E. 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Cherry has held the role of a judge on the Clearfield County Court of Common Pleas for more than two decades, having been first elected approximately 20 years ago and retained in 2013 to remain on the bench until at least 2023 - His father, John A. Cherry, was a longtime judge in Clearfield County, and his older brother, John F. Cherry, serves as a judge on the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas and is currently the county’s President Judge - Before becoming a judge, Cherry held the role of Clearfield County’s district attorney for over nine years and worked as a public defender for more than six years, giving him extensive experience on both sides of the courtroom ### Education ### Additional information - The Cherry family has a legacy of public service in the Pennsylvania judiciary, with Paul and his brother continuing their father’s tradition. - Judge Cherry comes from a family with a strong judicial tradition. - His professional background spans both prosecution and defense, providing him with a well-rounded perspective on legal matters - Throughout his career, Judge Cherry has been recognized for his dedication to the legal system and his collaborative relationships with colleagues. - He has acknowledged the support of his long-time assistant, court administration staff, and family in helping him achieve his judicial goals. - His family-oriented approach and respect for tradition have also been highlighted as key aspects of his character and judicial philosophy - He was recently sworn in for his third term, reflecting strong voter support and recognition of his judicial service. ## Published courtroom rules ### Shared court rules - [201 Pa. Code Chapter 19, Rule 1910, Broadcasting, Recording and Photography in the Courtroom](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-0784d9a288c3456edcbc19ff) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pacode?d=&file=%2Fsecure%2Fpacode%2Fdata%2F201%2Fchapter19%2Fchap19toc.html). Collected 2026-07-26.