Pennsylvania § 4621 - Proceeding for order.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 4621 — Proceeding for order., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4621. Proceeding for order.
(a) Authorization.--After the deploying parent receives notice of deployment and until the deployment terminates, a court may issue an order granting temporary custodial responsibility unless prohibited by 50 U.S.C. §§ 3931 (relating to protection of servicemembers against default judgments) and 3932 (relating to stay of proceedings when servicemember has notice). A court may not issue an order granting permanent custodial responsibility without the consent of the deploying parent.
(b) Custodial responsibility.--After the deploying parent receives notice of deployment, either parent may file a motion regarding custodial responsibility during deployment. The motion must be filed in a pending proceeding for custodial responsibility in a court with jurisdiction under section 4604 (relating to jurisdiction) or, if there is no pending proceeding in a court with jurisdiction under section 4604, in a new action for granting custodial responsibility during deployment.
Cross References. Section 4621 is referred to in section 4622 of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 4621
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 4621 cover?
Section 4621 ("Proceeding for order.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 4621?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 4621" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 4621 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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