In January 2011, the new custody act became effective and changed the landscape of child custody in Pennsylvania. However, the Rules of Civil Procedure pertaining to child custody tracked the custody statutes previously in effect and created inconsistency. The much anticipated revised custody rules were promulgated and became effective September 3.
The new rules have provided the necessary bridge between the custody statute and the most effective application and interpretation of same. This article highlights many of the changes to the child custody rules.
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