If you have been assaulted, call the police. If you need protection from further abuse, you should file a Petition for Protection from Abuse.

The Protection from Abuse Act defines "abuse" and states who the abuser must be (spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, present or former lover, etc.). Filing procedures vary from county to county.

If you need to file for a "protection order" and the courthouse is closed or an emergency judge is unavailable, you must file a petition before a Municipal Court Judge (in Philadelphia) or a District Justice (in the surrounding counties.)

If a hearing officer believes that you are in immediate danger, he or she will grant you a temporary emergency order for protection. The hearing officer will advise you on what procedures you need to follow in order to obtain a final protection from abuse order.

Someone at a local crisis hotline, domestic violence shelter or an organization such as Woman Against Abuse can provide immediate assistance.

To find out more about abuse, or to schedule a free no obligation consultation, contact the Law Offices of Larry H. Lefkowitz.

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