Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-92
Section 4341 - Commencement of support actions or proceedings(a) Procedure.--A support action or proceeding under this chapter shall be commenced in the manner prescribed by the Rules of Civil Procedure governing actions of support.(b) Standing.--Any person caring for a child shall have standing to commence or continue an action for support of that child regardless of whether a court order has been issued granting that person custody of the child.(c) Jurisdiction.--The court shall exercise Statewide jurisdiction over the parties to a proceeding under this chapter. 1985, Oct. 30, P.L. 264, No. 66, § 1, effective in 90 days. Amended 1997, Dec. 16, P.L. 549, No. 58, § 4, effective 1/1/1998.