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Family LawPennsylvania, USA

Pennsylvania Protection from Abuse (PFA) Act

Summary

Provides victims of domestic violence with a civil legal path to obtain restraining orders against family or household members.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to ask the court to evict an abuser from a shared residence.
  • 02.
    Right to obtain temporary custody of minor children through a protection order.
  • 03.
    Right to prevent the abuser from contacting the victim at their home, school, or work.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Criminal contempt charges for violations.
  • 02.
    Up to six months in jail for each violation.
  • 03.
    Fines ranging from $300 to $1,000.

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