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Application for Permission to Sit for the PA Bar Examination and for a Character and Fitness Determination Under Pa.B.A.R. 203/205

Application Main Menu

This application is now available for complete on-line filing. 

Click here for individual forms

 

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Important:  Read the important information here before proceeding, THEN click the link below to start the on-line application process.  

Below are links to supplementary forms which may be required with your on-line application process.  The checklist provided during the on-line application process will guide you to which forms you will need.

These forms are ONLY intended for an application under rule 203/205

The forms are in PDF format which means you must have a copy of the Adobe Reader to view them.  Click the icon below if you need to download a free copy from Adobe.com

Individual Forms List
(Please consult the checklist provided during on-line filing for guidance on which forms you may need).

Authorization and Release
This form is a required document which must be submitted with your application fee.

*REQUIRED*

Fee Schedule
This form lists all fees and filing deadlines as set by the board.

Sample Application under Rule 203
Sample Application under Rule 205
These applications are sample applications printed during the on-line filing process.  They are provided as reference materials for all applicants filing under Rules 203 and 205.

Complete Written Instructions for On-line filing
These instructions are provided DURING the on-line filing process as well.  When you begin filing on-line, simply click the "Print Help" option at the top menu to view these same instructions.

Nonstandard Testing Accommodations Application
Forms necessary for applying for nonstandard testing accommodations for the bar exam

List of Driving Record Repositories
This is a list of driving record repositories to assist in the collection of the required driving history records.

List of Criminal History Record Repositories
This is a list of criminal record repositories to assist in the collection of the required criminal history records.

List of Certificate of Good Standing Repositories
This is a listing of contact information to assist in the collection of the required certificates of good standing  (used to show proof of practice in another jurisdiction).

Personal Verification of Driving Record Information
This form is used to verify that you do not have a driving record in a particular jurisdiction.  Read the form for details.

Personal Verification of Criminal History Information
This form is used to verify that you do not have a criminal record in a particular jurisdiction.  Read the form for details.

Name and/or Change of Address Form
This form is to be filled out and faxed or mailed to the Board Office to notify us of any changes. 

Passing Standards for the Bar Examination
Link to the current passing standards for the bar examination.

 

Attorney Disclaimer Form
This form should be used by applicants licensed to practice in another jurisdiction that are currently working in a  legal capacity in PA

MPRE Information
This form details the board's requirements for the MPRE.

 

Computer Based Testing Information 
These forms provide additional important information for computer based testing applicants..

Computer Based Testing Acknowledgement Letter
Procedures and Policies for Computer Based Testing Applicants.

 

Amendment to Application
For Post Submission of On-Line Application
This form should be used to update your application after it is submitted.
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Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners
5070A Ritter Road Suite 300
Mechanicsburg, PA  17055-4879

Phone: 717-795-7270

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