Plain-Language Summary

This section details amendments to Pennsylvania's juvenile court procedures, including provisions on court suspensions, liability limits for counties, and cross-references to related laws. Key changes include modifications to rules governing juvenile proceedings and dependent children. It also highlights specific court rules that suspend certain statutory provisions for consistency.

Frequently Asked Questions

It includes amendments related to juvenile court rules, procedures for dependent children, and the suspension of certain statutory provisions by court rules.

Yes, Act 53 of 1978 limits the liability of counties for costs associated with shelter care programs for dependent children.

Yes, specific sections like 6321 and 6323 have been suspended by Pennsylvania Rule of Juvenile Court Procedure to ensure consistency with other rules.

Cross-references are included within the statutes, such as sections 6321, 6322, and 6323, which are referred to in other parts of Title 42.