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5412 – Cooperation Between Courts; Preservation Of Records | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania Title 23 Section 5412 details interstate court cooperation in child custody cases, record preservation, and expense provisions until the child's 18th birthday.

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5412 – Cooperation Between Courts; Preservation Of Records

Pennsylvania Title 23 - Domestic Relations § 5412

Summary

Pennsylvania Title 23 Section 5412 outlines the cooperation between Pennsylvania courts and courts in other states in child custody cases. It details how courts can request or provide assistance, including hearings, evidence, and evaluations, and emphasizes the preservation of custody-related records until the child turns 18. The section also addresses expense allocation for interstate legal assistance.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania Title 23 Section 5412 details interstate court cooperation in child custody cases, record preservation, and expense provisions until the child's 18th birthday.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.