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8313 – Costs And Fees | Pennsylvania Law

Learn about Pennsylvania support enforcement costs, fee assessments, and rules on delaying actions under 23 Pa.C.S. 8313 for clearer legal understanding.

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8313 – Costs And Fees

Pennsylvania Title 23 - Domestic Relations § 8313

Summary

Pennsylvania law 23 Pa.C.S. 8313 outlines the rules regarding costs and fees in support enforcement cases. It prohibits the department from paying filing fees, allows courts to assess fees against obligors if the obligee prevails, and addresses costs related to dilatory actions. Priority is given to support payments over fees and costs.

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In simple terms: Learn about Pennsylvania support enforcement costs, fee assessments, and rules on delaying actions under 23 Pa.C.S. 8313 for clearer legal understanding.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.