Know the Laws: Pennsylvania
UPDATED March 31, 2008
A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another.
- Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law
Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.
- Protection from Abuse Order (PFA)
Provides protection from harm by family or household members, sexual or intimate partners or persons who share biological parenthood.
- Moving to Another State with Your Protection From Abuse Order
Your Protection from Abuse Order may be enforceable wherever you move.
- Enforcing your Out-Of-State Order in PA
If you are planning to move to PA or are going to be in PA for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.