As amended through August 12, 2024
Rule 1915.11 - Interview of Child. Attendance of Child at Hearing or Conference(a)Attendance of Child at Hearing or Conference. Children shall not be brought to court or a conciliation conference unless so ordered by the presiding judge or conciliator. The Court of Common Pleas of Adams County does not provide childcare services.(b)Interview of Child. An interview of the child, also referred to as an "in camera" interview shall be conducted in chambers at the discretion of the presiding judge, pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. No. 1915.11. The court may provide a therapy dog to be present at the time of the in camera interview, in accordance with current court and county policies. If the parties, counsel or the child have any concerns regarding the presence of a therapy dog, they are directed to raise those concerns with the presiding judge at any stage of the proceedings.Amended effective 7/10/2023; amended effective 12/23/2023.