Rule 1930.4-1 - Service Of Original Process In Domestic Relations Matters(a) The affidavit of service must set forth with particularity the pleadings, attachments and documents so served. In all domestic relations actions, including protection from abuse matters, the plaintiff shall serve the following notice to the defendant simultaneously with original process: (Caption)
NOTICE
You are being served with original process in a domestic relations matter, and a proceeding has been, or may be scheduled, which could affect your rights. In the event a proceeding has been scheduled, you will be served with notice of the proceeding. If you are incarcerated and want to testify or present evidence, you must apply to the Court for a writ of habeas corpus ad testificandum to enable you to participate in the proceeding. The writ is available where an incarcerated individual wishes to testify as provided by statute or rule, as well as where the testimony is sought by another.
IF YOU FAIL TO APPLY TO THE COURT FOR A WRIT, YOU MAY BE UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY PROCEEDINGS WHILE INCARCERATED.
(b) Proof of service shall be made that the notice in subsection (a) has been served in the manner set forth in Pa.R.C.P. 1930.4(h).(c) Nothing contained in this rule shall alter, or otherwise modify, the rules governing the form of a complaint in an action for custody, partial custody, or visitation, complaint in divorce, or petition for protection from abuse.(d) When service is made by registered or certified mail, restricted delivery, return receipt requested, the return receipt card shall be attached to the affidavit of service.(e) When a special order for service is sought, a motion, or petition, shall be presented to the Court, setting forth what attempts have been made to serve the defendant, as well as the nature and extent of the good faith search to locate the defendant.(f) The affidavit of service required under section 3301(d) of the Divorce Code may be served with the complaint.Amended effective 1/1/2022