Penn. Allegh. Cnty. 1915.1(a)(1)

As amended through November 13, 2023

Rule 1915.1(a)(1) - Scope

This rule shall be applicable to all actions for custody, partial custody and visitation whether filed as an independent cause of action or as a count in a related proceeding.

i. All individuals with standing to pursue an action for custody, partial custody or visitation with children from birth to age 17 shall complete the custody education program for adults.

ii. All children ages 6 to 15 who are in the care of a party or parties shall participate in an interactive group program for children.

iii. Parties also shall participate in the mediation orientation program. Additionally, step-parents, step-children, grandparents and others closely involved with the custody of the children may also participate in the education programs, upon consent of all parties.

Penn. Allegh. Cnty. 1915.1(a)(1)

Promulgated April 2, 1998, effective 5/25/1998; amended January 18, 2001, effective 30 days after publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin.