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Understanding Protection Orders in Pennsylvania

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In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Phoenixville Public Library will host a free Zoom presentation, “Understanding Civil Protection Orders in Pennsylvania,” on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024 from 6:45-7:45 p.m.

Brian Doyle, Staff Attorney with Legal Aid of Southeastern PA, will be the presenter. He will discuss the two kinds of protection orders in Pennsylvania: Protection from Abuse (PFA) and Protection from Sexual Violence and Intimidation.

The session will cover who should seek protection orders, the differerences between them, the process for obtaining them, their purpose, how they are enforced, and what evidence a judge requires to issue one.

This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://bit.ly/PFAs-10-7-2024 or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email mpinto@ccls.org for more information.

Earlier Event: September 30
Senior Legal Clinic in Pottstown
Later Event: October 9
Legal Clinic in Exton