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Services include: Bail investigations, recommendations, and supervised pre-trial release Protection from Abuse Program, which enables victims of domestic violence to file a petition for a protection order without an attorney Free legal counsel eligibility screening, assignment, and referral administered by District Court Administration Office, Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas Assignments for criminal support, children and youth representation only

Provides free legal representation to low income people with civil legal problems. Free legal aid may be provided in cases involving: Public Benefits, Housing, Family Law, Employment & Education, and Consumer Law.

Offers free general legal aid for victims of domestic abuse who are seeing Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders.

Offers civil legal services to low-income individuals and families without the means to hire a private attorney. Services include a legal advice helpline, direct representation, assistance in self-representation, brief service, limited legal assistance, and referrals to private attorneys. Also provides representation to survivors of domestic violence in Protection from Abuse (PFA) proceedings, legal assistance for veterans, several grants, a debt clinic, and community education.

Provides assistance with the Writing and Filing of Protection From Abuse (PFA) Orders; accompaniment and Legal Advocacy to Victims During Criminal and Civil Court Hearings, Including preliminary hearings, trials, indirect criminal contempt hearings, and protection from abuse order hearings. Outreach to Survivors Who Have Had Contact With Law Enforcement and to Plaintiffs of PFA Orders Issued in Centre County to Identify Additional Follow-up Needs. Assists Victims with Preparation and Support During the Investigative Process and Prosecution of Defendants.

The Civil Protection Order office is located in the Blair County Courthouse in Hollidaysburg. Legal advocates are available to provide assistance in filing Protection From Abuse Orders, Sexual Violence Protection Orders, and Protection from Intimidation Orders.

Files all civil documents, divorces, custody, protection from abuse (PFA), and judgments. This office is not permitted to issue legal advice or procedures, please consult your attorney for any legal questions. Forms may not be available in some cases. For instructions and forms for Divorce and Custody matters, please use the following website. www.pacourts.us/learn/representing-yourself/

Serves as the governing legislative body for Carbon County. Oversees county operations, including administration/ human resources, economic development, corrections, court services, emergency services, fiscal affairs, human services, public works, and the offices of the Coroner, Public Defender, Sheriff, and Solicitor.

Assists with filing for protection orders including protection from abuse (PFA), sexual violence protection order (SVPO), and protection from intimidation (PFI).

Provides attorney representation, court advocacy, and telephone counseling for clients seeking Protection From Abuse Orders, child custody, and support.

Provides legal services for individuals and families experiencing domestic/intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder/adult dependent abuse. Assists in obtaining restraining orders (Protection From Abuse orders, also called PFAs).

Provides 24-hour telephone hotline crisis intervention. In Wyoming County -an advocate can assist with filing an order for Protection from Abuse (PFA).

Offers free general legal aid for victims of domestic abuse who are seeing Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders.

Processes Protection from Abuse (PFA) requests for individuals in Allegheny County.

Provides discrimination, domestic violence, and other legal services for students and workers who have experienced sexual harassment or assault in school or on the job.

Provides assistance to people who need to obtain legal protection to prevent harassment, stalking or violence

Assists with the Protection From Abuse (PFA) order process and provides free and confidential court accompaniment, safety planning, support, information, and advocacy as survivors progress through the legal system.

Provides comprehensive victim services ranging from emergency shelter for survivors and their children fleeing violence, to community based services, advocacy, and support.

Provides free legal representation to low income people with civil legal problems. Free legal aid may be provided in cases involving: Public Benefits, Housing, Family Law, Employment & Education, and Consumer Law.

Offers civil legal services to low-income individuals and families without the means to hire a private attorney. Services include a legal advice helpline, direct representation, assistance in self-representation, brief service, limited legal assistance, and referrals to private attorneys. Also provides representation to survivors of domestic violence in Protection from Abuse (PFA) proceedings, legal assistance for veterans, several grants, a debt clinic, and community education.

Consists of the County Council, which is the governing legislative body, and the County Executive, who oversees county operations, including administration/ human resources, economic development, corrections, court services, fiscal affairs, human services, public works, and the offices of the Coroner, Public Defender, Sheriff, and Solicitor.

Provides legal services for individuals and families experiencing domestic/intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder/adult dependent abuse. Assists in obtaining restraining orders (Protection From Abuse orders, also called PFAs).

Provides a 24-hour confidential, domestic violence support hotline. Makes referrals for temporary or emergency safe shelter. Offers legal advocacy, including assistance with filing a Protection From Abuse Order. Coordinates with other social service agencies that provide assistance with health, finances, housing, drug/alcohol treatment, support groups, children's services, employment/training, food, furniture, clothing, and more. Provides referral and support services, child therapy, and the W.E.A.V.E. (Women's Empowerment Against Violent Environments) adult support group, which includes free childcare during group sessions. Delivers community education for all groups, including educational speakers and age-appropriate outreach materials. Provides accompaniment and/or transportation to appointments/hearings, including civil and criminal hearings. Also offers options for counseling and crisis response, with free childcare provided when necessary. Offers volunteer opportunities.

Processes Protection from Abuse (PFA) requests for individuals in Allegheny County.

Provides information and referral services, crisis intervention, and supportive services including shelter, bed and bath, cooking facilities, food, counseling (residential and non-residential), legal advocacy, assistance with Protection From Abuse orders, and public education.