Pfa Hearing Preparation Guide

Summary

In Pennsylvania, PFA orders can last up to 3 years and violation can result in arrest. The defendant has the right to present evidence and witnesses at a PFA hearing. Witness credibility can significantly impact the courts decision. Free legal services are available through organizations like MidPenn Legal Services for those who qualify.

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Pfa filled against me
What is the jurisdiction of your case, Richard? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Hearing for pfa in court
What is the specific court handling your case, Richard? This will help me provide you with more accurate information.
Harrisburg Pennsylvania
What is the nature of the PFA (Protection From Abuse) filed against you?

For Harrisburg, Pennsylvania:
- PFA orders can last up to 3 years.
- Violation can result in arrest.
- Dauphin County Courthouse: * Market St, Harrisburg, PA *, (*) *-*.
A Plaintiff claimed that I hurt them but it's a lie
What evidence do you have to support your claim that the allegations are false? In Pennsylvania, you have the right to present evidence and witnesses at a PFA hearing.
It was an argument where i was hit and scraped by my former girlfriend of 2 years which continually emotionally abused me and even involved occasionally hitting me and kicking me . At one point I ended up holding ger back with my hands and once she calmed down I left her house and told her I no longer want this relationship after which 2 days later was served with pfa from court
Do you have any witnesses or any form of evidence like text messages, emails, or medical reports that can support your claim? In Pennsylvania, such evidence can be crucial in a PFA hearing.
I have a witness that witnessed multiple emotional abused via phone from the plaintiffs end ,that witness agreed to come forward in court
What is the name of your witness and what is their relationship to you and the plaintiff? In Pennsylvania, witness testimony can be very influential in PFA hearings.
Her name is Estel and she's my former spouse of 14 years and a mother to our child
What is the nature of Estel's relationship with the plaintiff? In Pennsylvania, witness credibility can significantly impact the court's decision.
They spoke few times during our 2 year dating relationship with the Plaintiff and the nature of their exchange was friendly and minimal (ie:hello,how are you ?..etc)
What specific incidents or conversations can Estel testify about that will support your claim?
Multiple times I had my phone on speaker and during plaintiffs abusive nature/emotional abuse/threats Estel has heard and witnessed the abuse and threats from Plaintiff end
What date and time did these incidents occur that Estel can testify about? This can help establish a timeline of events for your case.
We'll be able to review exact dates and times prior to hearing to insure accuracy
What is the date of your upcoming hearing? This will help me provide you with timely information.
August 1st 10am. I cannot afford a lawyer so seeking free legal service
What is the name of the plaintiff who filed the PFA against you? In Pennsylvania, free legal services are available through organizations like MidPenn Legal Services for those who qualify.
Are you able to provide free lawyer?
I'm sorry, but as FreeLawChat, we don't provide free lawyers. We can guide you to legal aid services in your area. In Harrisburg, you can contact MidPenn Legal Services at (*) *-*.
Thank you kindly for this valuable info
You're welcome, Richard. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Good luck with your hearing.
Thank you and god less
What is the name of the plaintiff who filed the PFA against you? This information can be helpful in preparing your defense.
I'll look for the free lawyer and file all info with them,thank you kindly for info
What is the name of the plaintiff who filed the PFA against you? This will help us better understand your case. In Pennsylvania, you have the right to present evidence and witnesses at a PFA hearing.