Permits a child who is less than 18 years of age to file a petition for a protection order on the child's own behalf and permits
any person who is 18 years of age or older to file a petition for a protection order on behalf of a child, upon the child's
request.
Requires a petition for a protection order against a respondent who is a minor to be filed in the juvenile division of the
court of common pleas in the county in which the person to be protected resides.
Creates an additional ground upon which a protection order may be sought to protect a child.
Defines "dating relationship."
Broadens the definition of the "immediate and present danger" needed for menacing by stalking protection order under existing
law.
Expands the jurisdiction of the juvenile court to hear, determine, and enforce matters involving protection orders against
a child.
Includes a foster parent in the definition of "family or household member" in the criminal and civil domestic violence laws.
