Rule 1901.2.Scheduling.

Adopted March 9, 1998 · Not amended since adoption · Last verified June 30, 2026

In one sentenceEach judicial district must set times when its court will hear temporary Protection From Abuse matters, ensuring a regular avenue for urgent abuse petitions.

Full Text of Rule 1901.2

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Each judicial district shall establish times when the court will hear temporary Protection From Abuse matters.

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Plain-English Summary

This rule makes sure victims can reach a judge quickly. Each judicial district must establish times when the court will hear temporary Protection From Abuse matters — the emergency stage where a petitioner seeks protection before a full hearing.

Because abuse petitions are urgent and a temporary order may be needed at once, requiring scheduled hearing times keeps a dependable door open. The rule leaves the specifics to each district while guaranteeing that the temporary-relief stage is staffed and available.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can a Protection From Abuse matter be heard?

Each judicial district sets times for hearing temporary PFA matters so they can be addressed promptly.

Amendment History

The provisions of this Rule 1901.2 adopted March 9, 1998, effective July 1, 1998, 28 Pa.B. 1391.

Source & verification. Rule text, the Official Note, and the amendment history are reproduced verbatim from the Pennsylvania Code, Title 231, the official compilation of rules adopted by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. This rule has not been amended since its adoption. Last verified June 30, 2026. · Official text

Also known as: PFA schedulingtemporary protection hearingemergency PFA