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Daphne S. Lopatic,
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
v.
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO. 00-907 CIVIL TERM
Michael G. Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
ORDER
AND NOW, this J'd.J. day of May 2000, upon consideration of the within Petition, the
portions of the Protection Order, dated February 24,2000, which prohibit the defendant, Michael
Amsbaugh, from entering the plaintiffs residence, are vacated.
In all other respects the Protection Order entered February 24, 2000, remains in effect.
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO.00-907 CIVIL TERM
Michael G. Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
PETITION FOR MODIFICATION
The plaintiff, Daphne Lopatic, by and through her attorney, Joan Carey, of LEGAL
SERVICES, INC., represents the following:
1. The plaintiff and defendant are attempting a reconciliation.
2. The plaintiff desires that the defendant no longer be enjoined from entering her
residence.
3. The plaintiff desires that all other provisions of the Protection Order dated
February 24,2000, remain in effect.
WHEREFORE, the plaintiff requests that the Protection Order of February 24, 2000, be
modified to reflect the above tenns.
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The above-named plaintiff verifies that the statements made in the above Petition are true
and correct. The plaintiff understands that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties
of 18 Pa.C.S. S 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON
: PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
: PENNSYLVANIA
v.
: No. 00-907
Michael George Ambaugh
Defendant
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
FINAL ORDER OF COURT
Defendant's Name is: Michael George Ambaugh
Defendant's Date of Birth is: April 1, 1968
N ame( s) of All protected persons, including Plaintiff and minor children:
I. Daphne Sue Lopatic
AND NOW, this 24th Day of February, 2000 the court having jurisdiction over the
parties and the subject-matter, it is ORDERED, ADJUDGED and DECREED as
follows:
And now, pursuant to consent of the parties, which does not constitute Defendant's
admission to the averments of abuse in the petition. The following order will be
entered:
The Plaintiff is represented byJoan Carey, Legal Services, Inc. The Defendant is
unrepresented but aware of his right to counsel.
Plaintiff's request for a fmal protection order is granted.
1. Defendant shall not abuse, stalk, harass, threaten the Plaintiff or any other protected
person in any place where they might be found.
2. Defendant is completely evicted and excluded from the residence at:,
318 East Marble Street, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, except for visits at the
invitation of Plaintiff.
or any other residence where Plaintiff may live. Exclusive possession of the
residence is granted to Plaintiff. Defendant shall have no right or privilege to enter
or be present on the premises.
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3. The following additional relief is granted as authorized by ~6108 ofthe Act:
- Prohibit Defendant from having any contact with Plaintiff's relatives.
- Defendant shall be enjoined from damaging or destroying any property
owned jointly by the parties or solely by Plaintiff.
- All costs and fees are waived.
4. A certified copy of this Order shall be provided to the police department where
Plaintiff resides and any other agency specified hereafter:
The Mechanicburg Police Department
West Shore Regional Police Department
5. THIS ORDER SUPERSEDES:
1. ANY PRIOR PF A ORDER
6. All provisions of this order shall expire on: February 24, 2001
NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT
VIOLATION OF THIS ORDER MAY RESULT IN YOUR ARREST ON THE
CHARGE OF INDIRECT CRIMINAL CONTEMPT WHICH IS PUNISHABLE BY
A FINE OF UP TO $1,000 AND/OR A JAIL SENTENCE OF UP TO SIX
MONTHS. 23 PA.C.S. g6114. VIOLATION MAY ALSO SUBJECT YOU TO
PROSECUTION AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES UNDER THE PENNSYLVANIA
CRIMES CODE.
THIS ORDER IS ENFORCEABLE IN ALL FIFTY (50) STATES, THE DISTRICT
OF COLUMBIA, TRIBAL LANDS, U.S. TERRITORIES AND THE
COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO UNDER THE VIOLENCE AGAINST
WOMEN ACT, 18 U.S.C. ~2265. IF YOU TRAVEL OUTSIDE OF THE STATE
AND INTENTIONALLY VIOLATE THIS ORDER, YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO
FEDERAL CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS UNDER THAT ACT. 18 U.S.C ~~2261-
2262. IF PARAGRAPH 12 OF THIS ORDER HAS BEEN CHECKED, YOU MAY
BE SUBJECT TO FEDERAL PROSECUTION AND PENALTIES UNDER THE
"BRADY" PROVISIONS OF THE GUN CONTROL ACT, 18 U.S.C. ~922(G), FOR
POSSESSION, TRANSPORT OR RECEIPT OF FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION.
NOTICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS
The police who have jurisdiction over the plaintiff's residence OR any location where
a violation of this order occurs OR where the defendant may be located, shall enforce
this order. An arrest for violation of Paragraphs 1 through 2 of this order may be
without warrant, based soley on probable cause, whether or not the violation is
committed in the presence of the police. 23 Pa.C.S. ~6113.
Subsequent to arrest, the police officer shall seize all weapons used or threatened to be
used during the violation of the protection order or during prior incidents of abuse.
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The shall maintain possession of the weapons until further order of this Court.
When the defendant is placed under arrest for violation ofthis order, the defendant
shall be taken to the appropriate authority or authorities before whom defendant is to
be arraigned. A "Complaint for Indirect Criminal Contempt" shall then be completed
and signed by the police officer OR the plaintiff. Plaintiffs presence and signature are
not required to file the complaint.
If sufficient grounds for violation of this order are alleged, the defendant shall be
arraigned, bond set and both parties given notice of the date of the hearing.
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Daphne Sue Lopatic,
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff
vs.
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
; NO. 00- eft? 7
CIVIL TERM
Michael George Ambaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
NOTICE OF HEARING AND ORDER
YOU HAVE BEEN SUED IN COURT. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth
in the following papers, you must appear at the hearing scheduled herein. If you fail to do so, the
case may proceed against you and a FINAL Order may be entered against you granting the relief
requested in the Petition. In particular, you may be evicted from your residence and lose other
important rights.
A HEARING ON THIS MATTER IS SCHEDULED ON ~;;;"'3 ~AT
l/; rv y) .M., IN COURTROOM NO. -3 OF THE C BERLAND
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COUNTY COURTHOUSE, CARLISLE, PENNSYL VANIA.
You MUST obey the Order that is attached until it is modified or t=inated by the court
after notice and hearing. If you disobey this Order, the police may arrest you. Violation of this
Order may subject you to a charge of indirect criminal contempt which is punishable by a fine of up
to $1,000.00 and/or up to six months injail under 23 Pa.C.S. 96114. Violation may also subject you
to prosecution and criminal penalties under the Pennsylvania Crimes Code. Under federal law, 18
U.S.C. 92265, this Order is enforceable anywhere in the United States, tribal lands, U.S. Territories
and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If you travel outside of the state and intentionally violate
this Order, you may be subject to federal criminal proceedings under the Violence Against Women
Act, 18 U.S.c. 92261-2262.
You should take this paper to your lawyer at once. You have the right to have a lawyer
represent you at the hearing. The court will not, however, appoint a lawyer for you. If you
do not have a lawyer or cannot afford one, go to or telephone the office set forth below to fmd
out where you can get legal help. If you cannot fmd a lawyer, you may have to proceed
without one.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE, CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17013
TELEPHONE NUMBER: (717)249-3166
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 199Q
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is reqnired by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable
accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact
our office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before
the court. You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing.
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Daphne Sue Lopatic
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON
: PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
: PENNSYLVANIA
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: No. :l.o-ov - C)o 7
Michael George Ambaugh
Defendant
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
TEMPORARY PROTECTION FROM ABUSE ORDER
Defendant's Name is: Michael George Ambaugh
Defendant's Date of Birth is: April 1, 1968
Name(s) of All protected persons, including Plaintiff and minor children:
I. Daphne Sue Lopatic
AND NOW, on 15th Day of February, 2000 upon consideration of the attached
Petition for Protection from Abuse, the court hereby enters the following order:
Plaintiffs request for a temporary protection order is granted.
1. Defendant shall not abuse, harass, stalk or threaten any of the above persons in
any place where they might be found.
2. Defendant shall be evicted and excluded from the residence at:
318 East Marble Street, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
3. Defendant is prohibited from having ANY CONTACT with Plaintiff at any
location, including but not limited to any contact at Plaintiffs school, business, or
place of employment. Defendant is specifically ordered to stay away from the
following locations for the duration of this order.
Plaintiff's place of employment located at Coverall Cleaning Concepts, 1017
Mumma Rd. Suite 211, Wormleysburg, Pennsylvania.
4. Defendant shall not contact Plaintiff by telephone or by any other means,
including through third persons.
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5. The following additional relief is granted:
- Prohibit Defendant from having any contact with Plaintiffs relatives
- Order Defendant to pay the costs of this action, including filing and service
fees.
- Order Defendant to pay $250.00 to one of Legal Services, Inc., f\llDding
sources to reimburse for the cost of litigation in this case.
6. A certified copy of this Order shall be provided to the police department where
Plaintiff resides and any other agency specified hereafter:
The Mechanicburg Police Department
West Shore Regional Police Department
7. The police or other law enforcement agencies are directed to serve the Defendant
with a copy of the Petition, any Order issued, and the Order for Hearing. The
Petitioner will inform the designated authority of any addresses, other than the
Defendant's residence, where Defendant can be served.
8. THIS ORDER SUPERSEDES
ANY PRIOR PFA ORDER
9. THIS ORDER APPLIES IMMEDIA TEL Y TO DEFENDANT AND SHALL
REMAIN IN EFFECT UNTIL MODIFIED OR TERMINATED BY THIS
COURT AFTER NOTICE AND HEARING.
NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT
Defendant is hereby notified that violation of this Order may result in arrest for
indirect criminal contempt, which is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000.00 and/or
up to six months in jail. 23 Pa.C.S. 96114. Consent of the Plaintiffto Defendant's
return to the residence shall not invalidate this Order, which can only be changed or
modified through the filing of appropriate court papers for that purpose. 23 Pa.C.S.
96113. Defendant is further notified that violation of this Order may subject himlher
to state charges and penalties under the Pennsylvania Crimes Code and to federal
charges and penalties under the Violence Against Women Act, 18 U.S.C. 992261-
2262.
NOTICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS
This Order shall be enforced by the police who have jurisdiction over the plaintiff's
residence OR any location where a violation of this order occurs OR where the
defendant may be located. If defendant violates Paragraphs 1 through 4 of this
Order, defendant may be arrested on the charge of Indirect Criminal Contempt. An
arrest for violation of this Order may be made without warrant, based solely on
probable cause, whether or not the violation is committed in the presence oflaw
enforcement.
Subsequent to an arrest, the law enforcement officer shall seize all weapons used or
threatened to be used during the violation of this Order OR during prior incidents of
abuse. Weapons must forthwith be delivered to the Sheriff's office of the county
which issued this Order, which office shall maintain possession of the weapons until
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case, they shall remain with the law enforcement agency whose officer made the
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Daphne Sue Lopatic
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: PLEAS OF
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: PENNSYLVANIA
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Michael George Ambaugh
Defendant
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
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PETITION FOR PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
1. Plaintiffs name is:
Daphne Sue Lopatic
2. I, (the Plaintift), am filing this Petition on behalf of:
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3. Name(s) of ALL person(s), including minor children, who seek protection from abuse.
Ill. Daphne Sue Lopatic
4. Plaintiffs Address is : 318 East Marble Street, Mechanicsburg, Pa 17055
5. Defendant's Name is:
Michael George Ambaugh
6. Defendant is believed to live at the following address:
223 Silver Springs Road Mechanicsburg, Pa 17055
7. Defendant's Date of Birth is:
April 1, 1968
8. Defendant's Place of employment is:
M.C. Distribution Services, Inc., York, Pennsylvania
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9. Defendant is an adult.
10. The relationship between the Plaintiff and the Defendant is:
Current or former sexual/intimate partner
11. The defendant has been involved in a criminal court action.
12. The facts of the most recent incident of abuse are as follows:
On about Friday, February 04, 2000
location: At the residence ofthe plaintiff and defendant
Defendant became angry, forcefully slammed the door as he left the residence, causing things to
fall off of the waIl. Defendant returned to the residence a short time later, jumped in front of
Plaintiff as if he were going to grab her, and would not let her leave the bedroom. Plaintiff
instructed her younger daughter to call the police. The police arrived and spoke with Defendant.
After the police left, Plaintiff got into her car and left the residence. Defendant followed her,
blew his homat her, flashed his high beams, and called her on her cell phone approximately 15-
20 times causing her to fear for her safety. Again, Plaintiff notified police who apprehended
Defendant.
13. Prior incidents of abuse that the Defendant has committed against Plaintiff or the minor child/ren,
(including any threats, injuries, or incidents of stalking) are as follows:
a) In or about December 1999, Defendant grabbed Plaintiff, threw her against the waIl, and onto
the bed. Defendant grabbed Plaintiffs face and attempted to shove his fingers into her mouth
causing a cut on her lip. When Plaintiffs daughter arrived, Defendant let the Plaintiff get up off
of the bed, and scratched his own face blaming it on the Plaintiff.
b) In or about October 1999, Defendant grabbed Plaintiff by her hair as she fled the residence
and pulled her backwards to stop her.
c) In or about March 1999, Defendant drove the car ratically causing Plaintiff to fear, and when
Plaintiff asked if she and her daughter could get out of the car, Defendant continued to drive
wrecklessly, hit a shopping cart, and held Plaintiff down in the seat beside him while spitting in
her face exacerbating her fear for her safety and that of her daughter. Plaintiff kicked the car
into park, and she and her daughter jumped out of the vehicle. For the next several weeks,
Defendant followed Plaintiff and showed up at her residence at all hours. The police were
contacted and Defendant was arrested on charges of stalking and harassment.
d) Since November 1999, Defendant has abused Plaintiff in ways including the following:
shoved, thrown, grabbed Plaintiffs face and pulled her hair. Defendant has punched holes in
walls, punched his vehicle, cut himself with a knife, and has threatened to commit suicide
exacerbating Plaintiffs fear.
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14. The police department(s) or law enforcement agencies that should be provided with a copy of the
protection order are:
The Mechanicburg Police Department
West Shore Regional Police Department
15. There is an immediate and present danger of further abuse from the Defendant.
16. Plaintiff is asking the court to evict and exclude the Defendant from the following residence:
318 East Marble Street, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
Rented By:Plaintiff and Defendant
17. FOR THE REASONS SET FORTH ABOVE, I REQUEST THAT THE COURT ENTER A
TEMPORARY ORDER, and AFTER HEARING, A FINAL ORDER THAT WOULD DO THE
FOLLOWING:
a. Restrain Defendant from abusing, threatening, harassing, or stalking Plaintiff and/or
minor child/ren in any place where Plaintiff may be found.
b. Evict/exclude Defendant from Plaintiffs residence and prohibit Defendant from
attempting to enter any temporary or pennanent residence of the Plaintiff.
c. Prohibit Defendant from having any contact with Plaintiff and/or minor child/ren,
either in person, by telephone, or in writing, personally or through third persons,
including but not limited to any contact at Plaintiffs school, business, or place of
employment, except as the court may find necessary with respect to partial custody
and/or visitation with the minor child/ren.
d. Prohibit Defendant from having any contact with Plaintiffs relatives and Plaintiffs
children listed in this petition, except as the court may find necessary with respect
to partial custody and/or visitation with the minor child/ren.
e. Order Defendant to pay the costs of this action, including filing and service fees.
f. Order the following additional relief, not listed above:
Order Defendant to pay $250.00 to one of Legal Services, Inc., funding sources
to reimburse for the cost of litigation in this case.
g. Grant such other relief as the court deems appropriate.
h. Order the police or other law enforcement agency to serve the Defendant with a
copy of this Petition, any Order issued, and the Order for Hearing. The petitioner
will inform the designated authority of any addresses, other than the Defendant's
residence, where Defendant can be served.
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I verifY that I am the Petitioner as designated in the present action and that the facts and
statements contained in the above Petition are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that any false statements are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 94904, relating
to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Dated. February 11.. 2000
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
: NO. 00- 907 CIVIL TERM
Michael Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
ORDE~OR CONTINUANCE
AND NOW, thi~ day of February, 2000, upon consideration of the attached Motion
for Continuance, the matter scheduled for hearing on February 23,2000, by this Court's Order of
February 15, 2000, is hereby rescheduled for hearing on March 29, 2000, at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom
No.3.
The Temporary Protection From Abuse Order shall remain in effect for a period of one year
from the date it was entered or until further Order of Court, whichever comes first.
By the Court,
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
: NO. 00- 907 CIVIL TERM
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
v.
Michael Amsbaugh,
Defendant
MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE
The Plaintiff, Daphne Lopatic, by and through her attorney, Joan Carey of Legal Services,
Inc., moves the Court for an Order rescheduling the hearing in the above-captioned case on the
grounds that:
1. A Temporary Protection From Abuse Order was issued by this Court on February 15,
2000, scheduling a hearing for February 23, 2000, at 4:00 p.m.
2. The Cumberland County Sheriffs Department served Defendant with a certified copy
of the Temporary Protection From Abuse Order and Petition for Protection From Abuse at his
residence located at 223 Silver Springs Road on February 17,2000, at 7:24 p.m.
3. The parties agree that the hearing be rescheduled to afford them time to execute
a Consent Agreement.
4. The Plaintiff requests that the Temporary Protection From Abuse Order remain in
effect for a period of one year from the date it was entered or until further Order of Court, whichever
comes first.
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WHEREFORE, the Plaintiff requests that the Court grant this Motion and reschedule this
matter for hearing, and that the Temporary Protection From Abuse Order remain in effect for a
period of one year from the date it was entered or until further Order of Court, whichever comes first.
Respectfully submitted,
Joan Carey, Attorney for aintiff
LEGAL SERVICES, I C.
8 Irvine Row
Carlisle, P A 17013
(717) 243-9400
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 2000-00907 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
LOPATIC DAPHNE SUE
VS
AMBAUGH MICHAEL GEORGE
CHRISTOPHER EVANS
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County, Pensylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within PROTECTION FROM ABUSE,
was served upon
AMBAUGH MICHAEL GEORGE
the
DEFENDANT
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at 223 SILVER SPRING ROAD
MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055
by handing to
MICHAEL G. AMSBAUGH
a true and attested copy of PROTECTION FROM ABUSE,
together with
NOTICE OF HEARING & ORDER, TEMPORARY PROTECTION
FROM ABUSE ORDER
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO.00-907 CIVIL TERM
Michael G. Amsbaugh,
Defendant : PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
NOTICE OF HEARING AND ORDER
YOU HAVE BEEN SUED IN COURT. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth
in the following papers, you must appear at the hearing scheduled herein. If you fail to do so, the
case may proceed against you and a FINAL Order may be entered against you granting the relief
requested in the Petition. In particular, you may be evicted from your residence and lose other
important rights.
A HEARING ON TIDS MATTER IS SCHEDULED ON 7 ~AYOFDECEMBER
2000,AT .1':30 ~M.,INCOURTROOMNO. 3 OF THE CUMBERLAND
COUNTY COURTH SE, CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA.
You MUST obey the Order that is attached until it is modified or terminated by the court
after notice and hearing. If you disobey this Order, the police may arrest you. Violation of this
Order may subject you to a charge ofindirect criminal contempt which is punishable by a fme of up
to $1,000.00 and/or up to six months in jail under 23 Pa.C.S. g6114. Violation may also subject you
to prosecution and criminal penalties under the Pennsylvania Crimes Code. Under federal law, 18
U.S.C. g2265, this Order is enforceable anywhere in the United States, tribal lands, U.S. Territories
and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If you travel outside of the state and intentionally violate
this Order, you may be subject to federal criminal proceedings under the Violence Against Women
Act, 18 U.S.C. g 2261-2262.
You should take this paper to your lawyer at once. You have the right to have a lawyer
represent you at the hearing. The court will not, however, appoint a lawyer for you. If you
do not have a lawyer or cannot afford one, go to or telephone the office set forth below to find
out wher~ you can get legal help. If you cannot find a lawyer, you may have to proceed
without one.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE, CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17013
TELEPHONE NUMBER: (717)249-3166
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable
accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact
our office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before
the court. You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff
v.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO. 00-907 CIVIL TERM
Michael G. Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
TEMPORARY ORDER MODIFYING THE FINAL PROTECTION FROM
ABUSE ORDER
Defendant's Name: Michael Amsbaugh
Defendant's Date of Birth: 4/1168
Defendant's Social Security Number: Unknown
Names Protected pers<;raPhne Lopatic ,
AND NOW, this \ ~ ~ day of December 2000, upon consideration of the attached
Petition for Protection ~se, the court hereby enters the following Temporary Order:
[g) 1. Defendant shall not abuse, harass, stalk or threaten any ofthe above persons in
any place where they might be found.
[g) 2. Defendantis evicted and excluded from the residence at 318 East Marble Street.
Mechanicsburl!. Pennsvlvania. or any other permanent or temporary residence where Plaintiff
may live. Plaintiff is granted exclusive possession of the residence. Defendant shall have no
right or privilege to enter or be present on the premises.
[g) 3. Defendant is prohibited from having ANY CONTACT with Plaintiff at any
location, including, but not limited, to any contact at Plaintiffs place of employment.
Defendant is specifically ordered to stay away from the following locations for the duration
of this Order: Plaintiff's place of employment located at Coverall Cleaning Concepts, 1017
Mumma Road, Suite 211, Wormleysburg, Pennsylvania.
[g) 4. Defendant shall not contact Plaintiff by telephone or by any other means,
including through third persons.
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temporary custody of the following minor child: Dementrius Pratt, DOB 5/20/97
Until the final hearing, all contact between Defendant and the child shall be limited
to the following: Defendant may see the child at times agreed upon by the parties.
Custody exchange shall take place at the maternal grandmother's residence.
The local law enforcement agency in the jurisdiction where the child is located shall
ensure that the child is placed in the care and control of Plaintiff in accordance with
the terms of this Order.
o 6. Defendant shall immediately relinquish the following weapons to the Sheriffs Office
or a designated local law enforcement agency for the delivery to the Sheriffs Office: J:lilrlrt
is prohibited from possessing, transferring or acquiring any other weapons for the duration of this
Order.
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The following additional relief is granted:
The Cumberland County Sheriffs Department shall attempt to make service at
Plaintiff's request ,and without pre-payment of fees, but service may be
accomplished under any applicable Rule of Civil Procedure.
This Order shall be docketed in the office of the Prothonotary and forwarded
to the Sheriff for service. The Prothonotary shall not send a copy of this Order
to Defendant by mail.
This Order shall remain in effect until modified or terminated by the Court and
can be extended beyond its original expiration date if the Court fmds that
Defendant has committed an act of abuse or has engaged in a pattern or
practice that indicates risk of harm to Plaintiff.
Defendant is enjoined from damaging or destroying any property owned jointly
by the parties or owned solely by Plaintiff.
Defendant is to refrain from harassing Plaintiff's relatives.
~ 8. A certified copy of this Order shall be provided to the police department where
Plaintiff resides and any other agency specified hereafter: The MecliIanicsburg Police
Department.
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THIS ORDER SUPERSEDES
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D 5. Pending the outcome of the final hearing in this matter. Plaintiff is awarded
temporary custody of the following minor child:
Until the final hearing, all contact between Defendant and the child shall be limited
to the following:
The local law enforcement agency in the jurisdiction where the child is located shall
ensure that the child is placed in the care and control of Plaintiff in accordance with
the terms of this Order.
D 6. Defendant shall immediately relinquish the following weapons to the Sheriff's Office
or a designated local law enforcement agency for the delivery to the Sheriff's Office: J1irrlrt
is prohibited from possessing, transferring or acquiring any other weapons for the duration of this
Order.
lli> 7.
The following additional relief is granted:
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Department shall attempt to make service at
Plaintiff's request and without pre-payment of fees, but service may be
accomplished under any applicable Rule of Civil Procedure.
This Order shall be docketed in the office of the Prothonotary and forwarded
to the Sheriff for service. The Prothonotary shall not send a copy of this Order
to Defendant by mail.
This Order shall remain in effect until modified or terminated by the Court and
can be extended beyond its original expiration date if the Court finds that
Defendant has committed an act of abuse or has engaged in a pattern or
practice that indicates risk of harm to Plaintiff.
Defendant is enjoined from damaging or destroying any property owned jointly
by the parties or owned solely by Plaintiff.
Defendant is to refrain from harassing Plaintiff's relatives.
lli> 8. A certified copy of this Order shall be provided to the police department where
Plaintiff resides and any other agency specified hereafter: The Mechanicsburg Police
Department.
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THIS ORDER SUPERSEDES
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NOTICE TO DEFENDANT
Defendant is hereby notified that violation of this Order may resnlt in arrest for
indirect criminal contempt, which is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000.00 and/or up to six
months in jail. 23 Pa.C.S. ~6114. Consent of the Plaintiff to Defendant's return to the
residence shall not invalidate this Order, which can only be changed or modified through the
filing of appropriate court papers for that purpose. 23 Pa.C.S. ~6113. Defendant is further
notified that violation of this Order may subject himlher to state charges and penalties under
the Pennsylvania Crimes Code and to federal charges and penalties under the Violence Against
Women Act, 18 U.S.C. ~~ 2261-2262. Any protection order granted by a court may be
considered in any subsequent proceedings, including child custody proceedings, under title 23
(Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.
NOTICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS
This Order shall be enforced by the police who have jurisdiction over the plaintiff's
residence OR any locations where a violation ofthis orderoccurs OR where the defendant may
be located. If defendant violates Paragraphs 1 throngh 6 of this Order, defendant may be
arrested on the charge of Indirect Criminal Contempt. An arrest for violation of this Order
may be made without warrant, based solely on probable cause, whether or not the violation
is committed in the presence of law enforcement.
Subsequent to an arrest, the law enforcement officer shall seize all weapons used or
threate,~ed to be used during the violation of this Order OR during prior incidents of abuse.
Weapons must forthwith be delivered to the Sheriff's office of the county which issued this
Order, which office shall maintain possession ofthe weapons until further Order ofthis Court,
unless the weaponls are evidence of a crime, in which case, they shall remain with the law
enforcement agency whose officer made the arrest.
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: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO.00-907 CIVIL TERM
Michael G. Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
PETITION TO MODIFY THE FINAL
PROTECTION ORDER
Plaintiff, Daphne Lopatic, by and through her attorney, Joan Carey of Legal Services,
Inc., respresents the following:
I. Plaintiff filed for a Temporary Protection From Abuse on February 15, 2000, and a
Final Order was entered by agreement of the parties on February 24, 2000.
2. Plaintiff filed a Modification on May 22,2000, vacating the portions of the Final
Protection Order which stated Defendant was prohibited from entering Plaintiff's residence.
Plaintiff requests that the Final Protection Order entered on February 24, 2000, be modified for
reasons including, but not limited to, the following:
On or about November 21,2000, Defendant became angry and threatened to rip
Plaintiff's "fucking head off", causing Plaintiff to fear for her safety. Plaintiff called
the Mechanicsburg Police Department who asked him to leave the residence.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests that the Final Protection From Abuse Order filed on
February 24, 2000, be modified to include no contact with her by any means including, but not
limited to, the following: by phone, mail, e-mail, or through third persons. Plaintiff further
asks that Defendant be evicted from the residence located at 318 East Marble Street,
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
Plaintiff asks for such other relief as may be just and proper.
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CASE NO: 2000-00907 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
LOPATIC DAPHNE SUE
VS
AMSBAUGH MICHAEL GEORGE
CPL. TIMOTHY REITZ
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
was served upon
AMSBAUGH MICHAEL GEORGE
the
DEFENDANT
, at 0017:00 HOURS, on the 5th day of December, 2000
at POE: NEW CUMBERLAND DINER
435 BRIDGE ST
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
by handing to
MICHAEL G. AMSBUAGH
a true and attested copy of PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
together with
NOTICE OF HEARING & ORDER, TEMPORARY ORDER
MODIFYING THE FINAL PROTECTION FROM ABUSE ORDER
and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
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v.
: NO. 00-907
CIVIL TERM
Michael Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
ORDER FOR CONTINUANCE
AND NOW, this 6th day of December, 2000, upon consideration of the attached Motion for
Continuance, the matter scheduled for hearing on December 7, 2000, by this Court's Order of
December I, 2000, is hereby rescheduled for hearing on February 5, 2001, at 3:00 p.m. in
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Courtroom No.3.
This Order is entered without prejudice to either party to request a hearing.
The Temporary Protection From Abuse Order shall remain in effect for a period of eighteen
months from the date it was entered or until further Order of Court, whichever comes first.
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: NO. 00-907 CIVIL TERM
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
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Michael Amsbaugh,
Defendant
MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE
The Plaintiff, Daphnt: Lopatic, by and through her attorney, David Lopez, of Legal Services,
Inc., moves the Court for an Order rescheduling the hearing in the above-captioned case on the
grounds that:
I. A Temporary Protection From Abuse Order was issued by this Court on December
1,2000, scheduling a hearing for December 7,2000, at 3:30 p.m.
2. The Cumberland County Sheriff's Department served Defendant with a certified copy
ofthe Temporary Protection From Abuse Order and Petition for Protection From Abuse at the New
Cumberland Diner, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, on December 6, 2000, at 5:00 p.m."
3. The Defendant indicated to Legal Services, Inc. on December 6, 2000, that he
desired to consult an attorney in this matter.
4. The parties agree that the hearing be rescheduled pending further Order in this
matter.
5. The Plaintiff requests that the Temporary Protection From Abuse Order remain in
effect for a period of eighteen months from the date it was entered or until further Order of Court,
whichever comes first.
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period of eighteen months from the date it was entered or until further Order of Court, whichever
comes first.
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Michael G. Amsbaugh,
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ORDER
AND NOW, this '!~ay of January 2001, upon consideration ofthe within Petition,
the Temporary Order ModifYing the Final Protection From Abuse Order, dated December 1,
2000, is vacated.
The Protection Order entered February 24, 2000, remains in effect.
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Michael G. Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
PETITION FOR MODIFICATION
The plaintiff, Daphne Lopatic, by and through her attorney, Joan Carey, of MID PENN
LEGAL SERVICES, represents the following:
1. A Temporary Order to modifY the Final Protection Order of February 2,2000,
was filed on December 1, 2000, and in pertinent part prohibited Defendant from having any
contact, direct or indirect, with Plaintiff and excluded Defendant from the residence.
2. A Continuance was filed December 6, 2000, rescheduling the hearing for
February 5, 2001.
3. The plaintiff and the defendant are in the process of reconciling their differences:
therefore Plaintiff requests that the Order of December 1, 2000, which prohibited contact
between the parties be vacated.
4. The plaintiff desires that all other provisions of the Protection Order dated
February 24,2000, remain in effect.
WHEREFORE, the plaintiff requests that the Protection Order of December I, 2000, be
vacated and the Order of February 24,2000, remain in effect.
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Michael George Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
NOTICE OF HEARING AND ORDER
YOU HAVE BEEN SUED IN COURT. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following papers, you must appear at the hearing scheduled herein. If you fail to do so, the case may
proceed against you and a FINAL Order may be entered against you granting the relief requested in the
Petition, In particular, you may be evicted from your residence and lose other important rights.
A hearing on this matter is scheduled on the 'I ~ of November, 2002, at :3; 3d Ii? .m., in
Courtroom No. --.3- on the 4th Floor of the Cumberland County Courthouse, I Courthou/e Square,
Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
You MUST obey the Order that is attached until it is modified or terminated by the court after notice
and hearing. If you disobey this Order, the police may arrest you. Violation of this Order may subject you
to a charge of indirect criminal contempt which is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000.00 and/or up to six
months injail under 23 Pa.C.S. g6114. Violation may also subject you to prosecution and criminal penalties
under the Pennsylvania Crimes Code. Under federal law, 18 U.S.C. g2265, this Order is enforceable
anywhere in the United States, tribal lands, U.S. Territories and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If you
travel outside of the state and intentionally violate this Order, you may be subject to federal criminal
proceedings under the Violence Against Women Act, 18 U.S.C. g 2261-2262.
You should take this paper to your lawyer at once. You have the right to have a lawyer represent
you at the hearing. The court will not, however, appoint a lawyer for you. If you do not have a lawyer or
cannot afford one, go to or telephone the office set forth below to find out where you can get legal help. If
you cannot find a lawyer, you may have to proceed without one.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 Liberty Avenue, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone Number: (717)249-3166
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable
accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our
office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court.
You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing.
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: PLEAS OF
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Michael George Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: No. 00-907
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
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TEMPORARY PROTECTION FROM ABUSE ORDER
Defendant's Name is: Michael George Amsbaugh
Defendant's Date of Birth is: April 1, 1968
Name(s) of All protected persons, including Plaintiff and minor children:
1. Daphne Sue Lopatic
AND NOW, on 28th Day of October, 2002 upon consideration of the attached
Petition for Protection from Abuse, the court hereby enters the following Temporary
Order:
Plaintiffs request for a temporary protection order is granted.
1. Defendant shall not abuse, harass, stalk or threaten any of the above persons in
any place where they might be found.
2. Defendant is prohibited from having ANY CONTACT with Plaintiff, or any
other person protected under this Order, at any location, including but not limited
to any contact at Plaintiff's school, business, or place of employment.
3. Defendant shall not contact Plaintiff, or any other person protected under this
Order, by telephone or by any other means, including through third persons.
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4. The following additional relief is granted:
- Defendant is prohibited from having any contact with Plaintiffs relatives
and Plaintiffs children listed in this petition.
- Defendant shall not destroy or damage any property owned jointly by the
parties or soley the the Plaintiff.
5. A certified copy of this Order shall be provided to the police department where
Plaintiff resides and any other agency specified hereafter:
Mechanicsburg Borough Police
West Shore Regional Police
6. The sheriff, police or other law enforcement agencies are directed to serve the
Defendant with a copy of the Petition, any Order issued, and the Order for
Hearing without prepayment of costs. The Petitioner will inform the designated
authority of any addresses, other than the Defendant's residence, where Defendant
can be served. The Prothonotary is directed to file this Petition and Order without
prepayment of costs.
7. THIS ORDER APPLIES IMMEDIATELY TO DEFENDANT AND SHALL
REMAIN IN EFFECT UNTIL APRIL 28, 2004 OR UNTIL OTHERWISE
MODIFIED OR TERMINATED BY THIS COURT AFTER NOTICE AND
HEARING.
NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT
Defendant is hereby notified that violation of this Order may result in arrest for
indirect criminal contempt, which is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000.00 and/or
up to six months in jail. 23 Pa.C.S. 96114. Consent of the Plaintiff to Defendant's
return to the residence shall not invalidate this Order, which can only be changed or
modified through the filing of appropriate court papers for that purpose. 23 Pa.C.S.
96113. Defendant is further notified that violation ofthis Order may subject him/her
to state charges and penalties under the Pennsylvania Crimes Code and to federal
charges and penalties under the Violence Against Women Act, 18 U.S.C. 992261-
2262.
NOTICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS
This Order shall be enforced by the police who have jurisdiction over the plaintiff's
residence OR any location where a violation of this order occurs OR where the
defendant may be located. If defendant violates Paragraphs 1 through 3 of this
Order, defendant shall be arrested on the charge ofIndirect Criminal Contempt. An
arrest for violation of this Order may be made without warrant, based solely on
probable cause, whether or not the violation is committed in the presence oflaw
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threatened to be used during the violation of this Order OR during prior incidents of
abuse. Weapons must forthwith be delivered to the Sheriff's office ofthe county
which issued this Order, which office shall maintain possession of the weapons until
further Order of this court, unless the weapon/s are evidence of a crime, in which
case, they shall remain with the law enforcement agency whose officer made the
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Michael George Amsbaugh,
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: CNlL ACTION - LAW
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
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I. Plaintiffs name is:
Daphne Sue Lopatic
2. I, (the Plaintiff), am filing this Petition on behalf of:
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3. Name(s) of ALL person(s), including minor children, who seek protection from abuse.
a. Daphne Sue Lopatic
4. Plaintiffs Address is: 318 East Marble Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
5. Defendant's Name is:
Michael George Amsbaugh
6. Defendant is believed to live at the following address:
Cumberland County Prison, Claremont Road, Carlisle, P A 17013
7. Defendant's Date of Birth is:
April 1, 1968
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9. Defendant is an adult.
10. The relationship between the Plaintiff and the Defendant is:
Current or former sexual/intimate partner
11. The Plaintiff and the Defendant been involved in the following court actions:
a. Protection From Abuse
12. Other details of the court action are:
Protection from Abuse fIled in Cumberland County - No. 00-907.
13. The defendant has been involved in a criminal court action.
14. The defendant is not currently on probation / parole
15. The following other minor child/ren presently live with Plaintiff:
a. Adam Michael Waterman
Age: 15 years
The Plaintiffs relationship to this child is:
Mother
b. Jessica Leigh Lopatic
Age: 11 years
The Plaintiff's relationship to this child is:
Mother
16. The facts of the most recent incident of abuse are as follows:
On or about October 20, 2002, Defendant called Plaintiff at home. Defendant threatened
to Plaintiff, "you know I'm going to kill you" and "you're going to die." Defendant
further threatened to kill himself in front of the Plaintiff. While they were still on the
phone, Defendant broke Plaintiffs kitchen door down. Defendant then choked Plaintiff
with both hands. Plaintiff suffered from bruises and substantial pain. As a result, the
police were called and Defendant was charged with burglary, criminal trespass, ,simple
assault and terroristic threats.
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17. Prior incidents of abuse that the Defendant has committed against Plaintiff or the minor
child/ren, (including any threats, injuries, or incidents of stalking) are as follows:
In or around June 2002, Defendant called Plaintiff at about 5:00 a.m. to see if she had
anyone with her. Defendant then came to Plaintiffs home and slammed into her house
with his body with such force that a shelf was knocked over. Defendant entered her
garage and scratched her car with his key. The police were called.
In or around March 2002, Defendant grabbed Plaintiff by her nose and squeezed very
hard. As a result, Plaintiff suffered from swelling and bruising. Defendant threatened to
bite Plaintiffs ear off. The police were called as a result of this incident.
In or around July 2001, Defendant slammed Plaintiff into the wall. When Plaintiff
attempted to leave, Defendant grabbed her, pulled her back and pushed her to the floor.
As a result, Plaintiff suffered from a cut lip. The police were called as a result of this
incident.
During the course of the parties 4 year relationship, during the periods of time when
Plaintiff and Defendant were not together, Defendant has admitted to Plaintiff that he
watched her residence from the park behind her house. Defendant also engaged in a
course of action in which he would drive by Plaintiffs residence and call multiple times.
Defendant has also pushed and shoved Plaintiff on several different occasions. Defendant
has prevented Plaintff from leaving the room and/or the house and on one occasion when
Plaintiff attempted to leave, Defendant grabbed her by the hair and pulled her back into
the residence.
18. The police department(s) or law enforcement agencies that should be provided with a copy of
the protection order are:
Mechanicsburg Borough Police
West Shore Regional Police
19. There is an immediate and present danger of further abuse from the Defendant.
20. FOR THE REASONS SET FORTH ABOVE, I REQUEST THAT THE COURT ENTER
A TEMPORARY ORDER, and AFTER HEARING, A FINAL ORDER THAT WOULD
DO THE FOLLOWING:
a. Restrain Defendant from abusing, threatening, harassing, or stalking
Plaintiff and/or minor child/ren in any place where Plaintiff may be found.
b. Prohibit Defendant from having any contact with Plaintiff and/or minor
child/ren, either in person, by telephone, or in writing, personally or through
third persons, including but not limited to any contact at Plaintiffs school,
business, or place of employment, except as the court may find necessary
with respect to partial custody and/or visitation with the minor child/ren.
c. Prohibit Defendant from having any contact with Plaintiff's relatives and
Plaintiffs children listed in this petition, except as the court may find
necessary with respect to partial custody and/or visitation with the minor
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d. Order the following additional relief, not listed above:
Defendant shall not destroy or damage any property owned jointly by
the parties or soley the the Plaintiff.
e. Grant such other relief as the court deems appropriate.
f. Order the police or other law enforcement agency to serve the Defendant
with a copy of this Petition, any Order issued, and the Order for Hearing.
The petitioner will inform the designated authority of any addresses, other
than the Defendant's residence, where Defendant can be served.
Respectfully submitted,
Date: Oct 20.100-"2.
David A. Lopez, Attorne
Joan Carey, Attorney fo
MidPenn Legal Services
8 Irvine Row
Carlisle, P A 17013
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I verity that I am the Petitioner as designated in the present action and that the facts and
statements contained in the above Petition are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that any false statements are made subjectto the penalties of18 Pa.C.S.g4904, relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Michael George Amsbaugh,
Defendant
: PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
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AND NOW, thiS~ day of November, 2002, upon consideration of the attached Motion
for Continuance, the matter scheduled for hearing on November 4,2002 at 3:30 p.m. by this Court's
Order of October 28, 2002, is hereby rescheduled for hearing on December 6, 2002 at 1 :30 p.m. in
Courtroom No.3 on the 4th Floor of the Cumberland County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square,
Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
The Temporary Protection From Abuse Order shall remain in effect through April 28, 2002,
or until further Order of Court, whichever comes first.
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Michael George Amsbaugh,
Defendant
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MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE
Plaintiff, Daphne Sue Lopatic, by and through her attorneys, David A. Lopez and Joan Carey
of MidPenn Legal Services, moves the Court for an Order rescheduling the hearing in the above-
captioned case on the grounds that:
1. A Temporary Protection From Abuse Order was issued by this Court on October 28,
2002, scheduling a hearing for November 4,2002 at 3:30 p.m.
2. The Cumberland County Sheriff's Department served Defendant with a certified copy
of the Temporary Protection From Abuse Order and Petition for Protection From Abuse.
3. Defendant desires to settle this matter with a no-admission consent agreement.
4. Plaintiff requests that the hearing be rescheduled to allow for time to obtain the
necessary signatures to settle this matter.
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2004, or until further Order of Court, whichever comes first.
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David A. Lopez, Atto y fi Plaintiff
Joan Carey, Attorney for ntiff
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ORDER FOR CONTINUANCE
AND NOW, this
day of November, 2002, upon consideration of the attached Motion
for Amendment of Order, the matter scheduled for hearing on November 4,2002 at 3:30 p.m. by
this Court's Order of October 28, 2002, is hereby rescheduled for hearing on December 6,
2002, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom No.3 on the 4th Floor of the Cumberland County Courthouse,
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Michael George Amsbaugh,
Defendant
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MOTION FOR AMENDMENT OF ORDER
Plaintiff, Daphne Sue Lopatic, by and through her attorney, David Lopez of MidPenn
Legal Services, moves the Court for an Amended Order for Continuance in the above-captioned
case on the grounds that:
1. A Temporary Protection From Abuse Order was issued by this Court on October
28, 2002, scheduling a hearing for November 4, 2002.
2. The parties agreed to reschedule the November 4, 2002 hearing to obtain the
necessary signatures to obtain an agreement.
3. Plaintiffs attorney filed a Motion for Continuance on November 4,2002, and the
Court issued an Order rescheduling the hearing for December 6, 2002.
4. The Order for Continuance, dated November 4, 2002, incorrectly states that the
"Temporary Protection from Abuse Order shall remain in effect for a period of 18 months from
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6. The Temporary Protection from Abuse Order should expire on April 28, 2004, or
until further Order of Court, not on April 28, 2002.
7. Plaintiffrequests that the Temporary Protection from Abuse remain in effect for a
period of 18 months from the date it was entered, through April 28, 2004, or until further Order
of Court, whichever comes first.
8. Defendant does not object to the entry ofthis Order.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests that the Court grant this Motion which corrects the date
of expiration listed on this Court's Order for Continuance of November 4, 2002 for the
Temporary Protection From Abuse Order, and that the Temporary Protection from Abuse Order
remain in effect for a period of 18 months from the date it was entered, through April 28, 2004,
or until further Order of Court.
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MidPenn Legal Services
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Carlisle, PA 17013
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
C~SE NO, 2000-00907 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
LOPATIC DAPHNE SUE
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AMSBAUGH MICHAEL GEORGE
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Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
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was served upon
AMSBAUGH MICHAEL GEORGE
the
DEFENDANT
at 1700:00 HOURS, on the 28th day of October
2002
at CUMBERLAND COUNTY PRISON
1101 CLAREMONT ROAD
CARLISLE, PA 17013
by handing to
MICHAEL AMSBAUGH
a true and attested copy of PROTECTION FROM ABUSE
together with
and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof.
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Daphne Sue Lopatie,
Plaintiff
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: PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
: PBNNSYL VANIA
v.
Michael George Amsbuugh,
Uetlmdant
: No, 00-907
: CML ACTION - LAW
: PR.OTECTION FROM ABUSE
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FINAL ORDER OF COURT
Defendant's Name: MlthaeJ GeDrge Amsbaugh
Detendnni's Date uf Birth: Aprlll, 1968
Names .md Dates of Birth of All Protected Persons, including Plaintiff and
111 i nllr children:
Namcs
I. Daphne Suo Lopatlc
Dates of Birth
Deumber 27. 1962
AND NOW, this 2nd Day of Deeember. 2002 the court having jurisdiction
over the parties and the subject-matter, it is ORDERED. ADJUDGED and
DECRBED lIS follows:
Pursuant to consent of the parties, which does not constitute Defendant's
admission to the aVerlilents of abuse in the petition, the following order will be
entered:
Plalnttn's rOQlle.t for II final protection order Is granted.
I. Defendant shall not abuse, Rtalk. haras$, threaten or attempt to use physical
force that would reasonably be expected to oause bodily injury to the Plaintiff
or any other protected person in any place where they might be tb.md.
2. Defendant is prohibited from having ANY CONTACT with the Plaintiff, or
any other person protected umler this Order, at any location, including but not
limited la any cuntact at Plaintiff's :whoal, business, or place of cmployement.
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3. Defendant shall not contact the Plaintiff. or any other person protected under
this Order, by telephone llr by any other means, including through third
persons.
4. The following additional relief is granted as lIuthori7,ed by ~6108 oflhe Act:
. Defendnnt 15 prohibited from having any ~ontl\ct with PlalDtlfT's
relatives anll Plaintiff's children listed In this petition.
. Defendant shall not d0stroy or damage any prQperty owned Jointly by
the parties or soley the the Plaintiff.
- The cQDrt costs and fCelI BTe waived.
5. A certified copy ofthls Order shall be provided to the police department
wher~ Plainliffresides and any other agency specified hereafter:
Meclll1hlcshDrg Borough Pollee
West Shore Regional Pollee
6. nus ORDER SUPERSEDES:
I, ANY PRIOR PFA ORDER
7. All provisions ofthig order shall expire on: June 2. 2004
NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT
VIOLA TION OF THIS ORDER MA Y RESULT IN YOUR ARREST ON THE
CHARGE OF INDIRIlCT CRIMINAt. CONTEMPT WHICH IS
PUNISHABLE BY A FINE OF UP TO $1,000 AND/OR A JAIL SENTENCE
OF UP TO SIX MONTHS. 23 PA.C.S. ~61 [4. VIOLATION MAY ALSO
SUBJECT YOU TO PROSRCUTION AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES lINDER
THE PENNSYLVANIA CRIMES CODE,
THIS ORDIil~ IS ENFORCEABLE IN ALL FIFTY (50) STATuS, THE
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, TRIBAL LANDS, U.S. TERRITORIES AND
THE COMMONWEALTH OF ))UERTO RICO UNDER THE VIOLENCE
AGAINST WOMEN ACT, 18 U.S.C. ~2265. IF YOU TRAVEL OUTSIDE OF
THE STATE AND INTENTIONALLY VIOLATE THIS ORDER, YOU MAY
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ACT. III U.S.C 992261-2262. IF YOU POSSESS A FIREARM OR ANY
AMMUNITION WHILE THIS ORDER IS IN EFFECT, YOU MAYBE
CHARGED WITH A FEDERAL OFFENSE EVEN IF THIS
l'ENNSYL VANIA ORDER DOES NOT EXPRESSLY PROHIBIT YOU
FROM POSSESSING FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION. 18 U,S.C. 9922(g)(8).
NOTICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT 0l<FIC1ALS
The police who have jurisdiction over the plaintiff's residencc OR a.ny locution
whcre a violation of this order occurs OR where the defendant may be located,
shall enforce this oraer. An arrest for violation of Paragraphs I through 3 ofthis
order mll)' be without warrant, ba~ed solely on probable cause, whether or not
the violation is committed in the presence of the police. 23 Pa.e.S. 96113.
Subsequent to arrest. the police officer shallsejze all weapons used or
threatened to be u~ed during the violation of the protection order or during prior
incidents of abuse, The Cumberland County Sherlfrs Department shall
maintain p08se~sion of the weapons until further order of this Com"!.
When the defendant is placed under arrest for violation of this mder, the
defendant shall be taken to the appropriate authority or authorities before whom
dcfendunt is to be arraigned. A "Complaint for Indirect Criminal Contempt"
shall then be completed and signed by the police o-fficcr OR the plaintiff.
Plaintiffs Pl'csence and signature are not required to file the complaint.
If sufficient grounds for violation of this order are alleged, the defend"nt shall
be arraigned, bond set and both parties given notice of the date of the hearing.
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. FILE No.659 12/02 '0211:57 ID:MPLS CARLISLE OFFICE
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Dap~e Sue Lopatic, Plaintiff
Philip B~j anti, Attoll/;Y tbr Plaintiff
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I'hilip Briganti, Attorney tor Plaintiff
Arthur [)i1s, Attorney fol' Defenl.!ant
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