The Pennsylvania Advance Request for Transcript or Copy for Criminal Appeal is a form that allows a defendant in a criminal case to request an advance copy of the official transcript or copy of the proceedings in their case. This request is typically submitted to the court reporter or clerk of the court. There are two main types of Pennsylvania Advance Request for Transcript or Copy for Criminal Appeal: an expedited request and a standard request. An expedited request is generally used when there is an urgent need for the transcript or copy, and the court reporter or clerk will typically provide the transcript or copy within seven calendar days. A standard request is used for non-urgent needs and the court reporter or clerk will typically provide the transcript or copy within 30-45 days. The Pennsylvania Advance Request for Transcript or Copy for Criminal Appeal form includes information such as the defendant's name, the court reporter or clerk's name, the case number, the type of request, and the return address.