§ Rule 1101. Applicability of rules
Rule 1101. Applicability of rules
(a) Proceedings generally.--Except as otherwise provided in subdivision (b) or by statute, these rules apply to all actions and proceedings in the courts of this State.
(b) Rules inapplicable.--The rules other than those with respect to privileges do not apply in the following situations:
(1) Preliminary Questions of Fact.--The determination of questions of fact preliminary to admissibility of evidence when the issue is to be determined by the court under Rule 104(a).
(2) Grand Jury.--Proceedings before grand juries.
(3) Miscellaneous Proceedings.--Proceedings for extradition or rendition; first appearance before district court judge or probable cause hearing in criminal cases; sentencing, or granting or revoking probation; issuance of warrants for arrest, criminal summonses, and search warrants; proceedings with respect to release on bail or otherwise.
(4) Contempt Proceedings.--Contempt proceedings in which the court is authorized by law to act summarily.