Domestic Violence

Family Law v. Criminal Law

Much confusion exists as to when a district attorney’s office will bring criminal charges stemming from family-law related disputes. Despite the inherent conflicts involved when domestic disputes occur because of... LEARN MORE

Sexual violence is the most heinous crime against a person other than murder.

Victims of sexual violence and intimidation desire safety and protection from future interactions with their offender and, now, as of July 1, 2015, Pennsylvania has become the 34th state to... LEARN MORE

§ 6122. Construction.

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to preclude an action for wrongful use of civil process pursuant to 42 Pa.C.S. Ch. 83 Subch. E (relating to wrongful use of... LEARN MORE

§ 6121. Warrantless searches.

Except as provided in section 6113 (relating to arrest for violation of order), nothing in this chapter shall authorize a warrantless search for firearms, other weapons or ammunition. (Nov. 10,... LEARN MORE

§ 6120. Inability to pay.

(a) Order for installment payments.--Upon plea and proof that a person is without the financial means to pay a fine, a fee, economic relief ordered under section 6108(a)(8) (relating to... LEARN MORE

§ 6119. Immunity.

(a) General rule.--Law enforcement agencies and their employees, including police officers and sheriffs, shall, except as provided in subsection (b), be immune from civil liability for actions taken in good... LEARN MORE

§ 6117. Procedure and other remedies.

(a) General rule.--Unless otherwise indicated in this chapter, a proceeding under this chapter shall be in accordance with applicable general rules and shall be in addition to any other available... LEARN MORE

§ 6116. Confidentiality.

Unless a victim waives the privilege in a signed writing prior to testimony or disclosure, a domestic violence counselor/advocate or a coparticipant who is present during domestic violence counseling/advocacy shall... LEARN MORE

§ 6115. Reporting abuse and immunity.

(a) Reporting.--A person having reasonable cause to believe that a person is being abused may report the information to the local police department. (b) Contents of report.--The report should contain... LEARN MORE