Part 1950 · Actions Pursuant to The Protection Ofvictims Of Sexual Violence or Intimidation act

Rule 1955. Enforcement

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

A plaintiff may file a private criminal complaint against a defendant alleging indirect criminal contempt for a violation of any provision of a protection order or agreement with the court, the Office of the District Attorney or the magisterial district judge in the jurisdiction or county where the violation occurred. However, in a county of the first class, a complaint may be filed only with the Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas or the Office of the District Attorney.

Official Note

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