Washington County PFA Attorney
Domestic Violence on Thanksgiving
Police frequently receive an increase in domestic violence calls and family feuds on Thanksgiving.
Holidays can be stressful. Family tension mixed with alcohol can lead to dangerous situations.
Domestic-violence experts recommend identifying easy exits and establishing code words with children who can run to neighbors for help if problems escalate.
If things get out of hand verbally or physically, don’t hesitate to leave the family gathering earlier than planned.
Spivak Law Firm provides aggressive representation for plaintiffs and defendants at PFA hearings and all criminal domestic-violence cases. Call us at (412) 344-4900 or toll free at (800) 545-9390.
Pennsylvania PFA Orders Restrict Contact
A Protection From Abuse (PFA) order is commonly known as a restraining order or no-contact order. Under Pennsylvania law, “no contact” includes: no physical contact; no phone calls; no emails; no text messages; no mailing letters; no sending flowers, boxes of candy, or gifts of any kind; and no third-party contact, such as sending messages through friends, relatives, neighbors, religious leaders, or acquaintances. If you’ve been served with a PFA, do not try to persuade the plaintiff into withdrawing the PFA. Violating a PFA order can result in a six-month jail sentence and a $1,000 fine.
Spivak Law Firm provides strong representation for people at PFA hearings and Indirect Criminal Contempt (ICC) hearings. To speak with an experienced PFA lawyer, call Spivak Law Firm at (412) 344-4900 or (800) 545-9390.