Q: My ex girlfriend is trying to put a pfa on me. She has the temporary but I have yet to be served.
The temporary PFA first went into effect on the 9th of October it got extended on the 15th and I have yet to be served. I called the local sheriff and he says he hasn't received any information regarding service papers yet. If she didn't put in service papers does that mean it will be dismissed?
A:
No -- the temporary order will stay in effect until you are served. Moreover, you're on notice that there *is* a temporary order, so if you voluntarily violate its terms, you could be arrested and be in a heap of trouble. Don't play fast and loose with PFA orders in Pennsylvania.
My advice is to just address it head-on, and defend against it if you believe her allegations have no merit. Having something like this hanging out there forever is no good for anyone, and ignoring it will not make it go away. Best of luck to you.
A: Attorney Hall is correct - don't ignore the situation. Contact a local attorney experienced in family law to represent you and go to court to defend yourself or otherwise resolve the case.
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