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CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
ANGELA LYNN RAU,
Defendant NO. 07 - Co >7L CIVIL TERM
COMPLAINT IN CUSTODY
The Plaintiff, Christopher Herbert Laughman, pro se, sets forth the following cause of action in
custody.
1. The plaintiff, Christopher Herbert Laughman, resides at 18 West Main Street, Plainfield,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17081.
2. To the best of Plaintiffs knowledge, Defendant, Angela Lynn Rau, currently resides with her
parents at their residence located at 114 South Ridge Road, Boiling Springs, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania 17007.
3. Plaintiff seeks primary custody of
Name Present Residence AAee
Tyler Mitchell Laughman 18 West Main Street 6 months old
Plainfield, PA 17081 (DOB: 4/08/2007)
The child was born out of wedlock.
4. The child is presently in the custody of Plaintiff, who resides at 18 West Main Street, Plainfield,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17081.
During the past five years the child has resided with the following persons at the following
addresses:
Address
18 West Main Street
Plainfield, PA
Dates
April 8, 2007 (child's birth)
to September 15, 2007
Persons
Plaintiff and Defendant
18 West Main Street
Plainfield, PA
September 16, 2007
to the present
Plaintiff
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The mother of the child is Angela Lynn Rau.
She is single.
The father of the child is Christopher Herbert Laughman.
He is single.
5. The relationship of Plaintiff to the child is that of Father. The plaintiff currently resides with the
following persons:
Name
Relationship
Tyler Mitchell Laughman son
6. The relationship of Defendant to the child is that of Mother. Plaintiff has no knowledge with
whom Defendant may currently reside.
7. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other litigation
concerning the custody of the child in this or another court.
8. Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the child pending in a court of
this Commonwealth, or any other state.
9. Plaintiff does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical custody of
the child or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the child.
10. The best interest and permanent welfare of the child will be served by granting the relief
requested because:
a. Plaintiff has been the child's caretaker for most of the child's life;
b. Plaintiff has and will continue to provide the child with a stable home and environment,
including but not limited to, moral, emotional, and physical surroundings as required to meet the
child's needs, and
c. Plaintiff will permit reasonable supervised contact between Defendant and the child at
times mutually agreed upon by the parties.
11. Each parent whose parental rights to the child have not been terminated and the person who has
physical custody of the child have been named as parties to this action.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to grant him shared legal custody and primary
physical custody of the child, with Mother having supervised visitation at times mutually agreeable to
the parties.
Respectfully submitted,
Christopher Herbert Laughman, Plaintiff, pro se
18 West Main Street
Plainfield, PA 17081
(717) 249-8186
I verify that the statements made in this Complaint are true and correct. I understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.§4904 relating to unsworn falsification
to authorities.
C stopher Herbert Laughman, Plaintiff, pro se
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ANGELA L. RAU,
Petitioner
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007 - 6176 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
PETITION FOR CUSTODY
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>llowing Petition for Custody.
1.
ioner, Angela L. Rau, is an adult individual with an address of 114 South Ridge
prings, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17007.
2.
)ondent, Christopher H. Laughman, is an adult individual with an address of 18
I, Plainfield, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17081.
3.
ies are the natural parents of one (1) child, namely, Tyler Mitchell Laughman,
4.
The Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, desires that the parties have shared legal custody of the
minor child, Tyler Michell Laughman.
5.
The Peti
with periods of
parties can
, Angela L. Rau, desires primary physical custody of the said minor child
rary physical custody to Respondent, Christopher H. Laughman, as the
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;s and permanent welfare of the minor child requires that the Court grant
as set forth above.
ORE, the Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, respectfully requests that she be awarded
custody and shared legal custody of Tyler Michell Laughman as provided
is of temporary physical custody to Respondent, Christopher H. Laughman, as
By:
Respectfully submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT
A.'\VIcKnight, III, Esquire
60 West P fret Street
Carli , ennsylvania 17013-3222
(717) 249-2353
Supreme Court I. D. No. 25476
Date: October 26, 2007
VERIFICATION
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understand that
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ig Complaint for Custody is based upon information which has been gathered
elf in the preparation of this action. I have read the statements made in this
are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I
statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S.A. Section
unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Date: October 26, 2007
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CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
ANGELA LYNN RAU
DEFENDANT
2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION LAW
. IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Friday, October 26, 2007 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 10:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or pennanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ ac ueline M. Verne Es q.
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites 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.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
• 2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION LAW
ANGELA L. RAU IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Wednesday, October 31, 2007 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 10:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ ac uc ne M. Verne Es .
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites 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.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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DEC 0 4 2001
CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
ANGELA LYNN RAU,
Defendant
: NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this G4- day of 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. A Hearing is sche?led in Court Room No., of the Cumberland
County Court House, on the A9 day of 2008, at ? 3e
o'clock, _/?. M., at which time testimony will be taken. or purposes of this Hearing,
the Father shall be deemed to be the moving party and shall proceed initially with
testimony. Counsel for each party shall file with the Court and opposing counsel a
Memorandum setting forth each party's position on custody, a list of witnesses who will
be expected to testify at the Hearing and a summary of the anticipated testimony of each
witness. These Memoranda shall be filed at least ten days prior to the Hearing date.
2. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the following
shall remain in full force and effect.
3. The Father, Christopher Herbert Laughman and the Mother, Angela Lynn
Rau, shall have shared legal custody of Tyler Mitchell Laughman, born April 8, 2007.
Each parent shall have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to
make all major non-emergency decisions affecting the Child's general well-being
including, but not limited to, all decisions regarding his health, education and religion.
Pursuant to the terms of 23 Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and
information pertaining to the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious
or school records, the residence address of the child and the other parent. To the extent
one parent has possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be
required to share the same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable
time as to make the records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both
parents shall be entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment
planning meetings and evaluations with regard to the minor child. Each parent shall be
entitled to full and complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority
and copies of any reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical
records, birth certificates, school or educational attendance records or report cards.
Additionally, each parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come
from school with regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties,
musical presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
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4. The parties shall share physical custody on a week on/week off basis. The
exchange day and time shall be Mondays at or before 9:00 a.m. Mother shall have the
first week, beginning December 3, 2007 and the parties shall alternate on a weekly basis
thereafter. Pick up and drop off shall be that the parties' respective baby sitters. The
receiving party shall transport.
5. Christmas, 2007 shall be shared such that Father shall have physical
custody of the child from Christmas Eve at 12:00 noon to Christmas Day at 12:00 noon
and Mother shall have physical custody from 12:00 noon on Christmas Day to December
26 at 12:00 noon. The relinquishing party shall transport to parent's residence.
6. Neither party may relocate the child outside of the jurisdiction without
prior Order of Court. In the event that a party wishes to visit outside of the jurisdiction,
at lease 24 hour notice must be given to the non-custodial parent with a telephone number
and location where the child will be.
7. The parties may modify this Order by mutual agreement. In the absence
of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY THE COURT,
cc: Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire, counsel for Father
Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esquire, counsel for Mother >
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CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
ANGELA LYNN RAU,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: None
NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Tyler Mitchell Laughman April 8, 2007 Father
2. A Conciliation Conference was held December 3, 2007 with the following
individuals in attendance: The Father, Christopher Herbert Laughman, with his counsel,
Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire, and the Mother, Angela Lynn Rau, with her counsel,
Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esquire.
3. Father's position on custody is as follows: Father seeks shared legal and
primary physical custody. Father asserts that Mother abandoned the family residence
leaving the baby behind. Father claims to have offered visitation time to Mother but she
has only accepted the time sporadically. Father maintains that he has been the primary
caregiver to the child.
4. Mother's position on custody is as follows: Mother seeks shared legal
custody and primary physical custody. She asserts that Father works until 11:00 p.m. and
his parents are caring for the child.
5. The Conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached scheduling
a Hearing and ordering shared legal custody and shared physical custody on a week
on/week off basis. It is expected that the Hearing will require one-half day.
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Custody Conciliator
CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN,: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ANGELA LYNN RAU, IN CUSTODY
Defendant PRIOR JUDGE: KEVIN A. HESS
PETITION TO WITHDRAW AS COUNSEL
AND NOW comes Petitioner, Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire, counsel of record for the
above-named Plaintiff, Christopher Herbert Laughman, and petitions the Court as follows:
1. Petitioner is the attorney of record for the above named Plaintiff, Christopher
Herbert Laughman, having entered her appearance by attending a conciliation
conference on or about December 3, 2007.
2. A conciliation conference was held in regards to the above captioned matter on or
about December 3, 2007, after which an Order was entered on December 6, 2007
scheduling a hearing for February 29, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom Number 4
of the Cumberland County Courthouse.
3. As of February 8, 2008, Plaintiff, Christopher Herbert Laughman, has informed
Petition that he no longer wishes to retain her services and that he wishes for
Petitioner to withdraw as counsel.
4. To the best of Petitioner's knowledge, Plaintiff does not seek a continuance in the
matter scheduled for February 29, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom Number 4 of
the Cumberland County Courthouse.
5. The Honorable Kevin A. Hess signed the Order of December 6, 2007 scheduling
a hearing for February 29, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom Number 4 of the
Cumberland County Courthouse.
6. Petitioner contacted Marcus A. McKnight, 111, Esquire, counsel for Defendant,
and Attorney McKnight does not oppose Petitioner's request to withdraw as
counsel for Plaintiff.
7. Plaintiff's mailing address is: P.O. Box 32
Plainfield, PA 17081
WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests this Honorable Court enter an Order whereby leave is
granted to Petitioner, Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire, to withdraw her appearance, in the
above-captioned matter, and whereby Plaintiff, Christopher Herbert Laughman, shall proceed
pro se until such time as another attorney enters an appearance on his behalf.
Respectfully submitted,
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Hannah Herman-Snyder, EsquA
GRIFFIE AND ASSOCIATES
200 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717)-243-5551
(800)-347-5552
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing document are true and correct. I
understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section
4904, relating to unsworn falsifications to authorities.
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HANNAH HERMAN-SNYDEA, ESQUIRE
CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN,: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ANGELA LYNN RAU, IN CUSTODY
Defendant PRIOR JUDGE: KEVIN A. HESS
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire, hereby certify that I did, the 11th day of February,
2008, cause a copy of Petitioner's Petition to Withdraw as Counsel to be served upon Defendant,
via her attorney, and Plaintiff by first-class mail, postage prepaid, at the following addresses:
Christopher Herbert Laughman
P.O. Box 32
Plainfield, PA 17081
Marcus A. McKnight, III
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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Petitioner
GRIFFIE & ASSOCIATES
200 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-5551
(800) 347-5552
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CHRISTOPHER HERBERT LAUGHMAN,: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ANGELA LYNN RAU, IN CUSTODY
Defendant PRIOR JUDGE: KEVIN A. HESS
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this i3 'day of February 2008, upon consideration of the attached Petition
to Withdraw as Counsel, it is hereby ORDERED AND DECREED that leave is granted to
Petitioner, Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire, to withdraw her appearance, in the above-captioned
matter. Effective upon the execution of this Order, Plaintiff, Christopher Herbert Laughman,
shall proceed pro se until such time as another attorney enters an appearance on his behalf.
By the Court,
Cc: ? Christopher Herbert Laughman
Plaintiff
Hannah Herman-Snyder, Esquire
Attorney for Plaintiff
Marcus A. McKnight, Esquire
Attorney for Defendant
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
V.
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL OF COUNSEL
AND APPEARANCE OF COUNSEL
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please note my withdrawal as counsel for the Plaintiff in the above-captioned
matter.
Dated:
BY: --
Hannah Herman-Snyder, squire
Griffie & Associates
200 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Kindly enter my appearance on behalf the Plaintiff in the above-captioned
matter.
Dated: I - I L - 000
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ichael A. Scherer, Esquire
O'Brien, Baric & Scherer
19 West South Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-6873
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
V.
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE
OF CUSTODY HEARING
AND NOW, comes Christopher H. Laughman, by and through his attorney,
Michael A. Scherer, Esquire, and respectfully represents as follows:
1. Christopher H. Laughman is the father in this custody case and
undersigned counsel is in the process of entering his appearance in this matter on
behalf of father.
2. Angela L. Rau is the mother of the child, Tyler Laughman, born April 8,
2007. Mother is represented by Marcus McKnight, Esquire.
3. A hearing has been set in this matter for February 29, 2008 at 1:30 p.m.
before this Honorable Court.
4. Undersigned counsel is out of town on the date of the hearing and is new
to the case and requested of opposing counsel that the matter be continued.
5. Opposing counsel refuses to extend the courtesy of a continuance to
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
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NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL
undersigned counsel without imposing ridiculous conditions.
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WHEREFORE, undersigned counsel requests this Honorable Court grant him
the courtesy of a continuance of the hearing set for February 29, 2008 and set a new
hearing for a time when undersigned counsel may be present to represent his client.
Respectfully submitted,
O'BRIEN, BARIC & SCHERER
Michael A. Scherer, Esquire
O'Brien, Baric & Scherer
19 West South Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-6873
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that on February 21, 2008, I, Jennifer S. Lindsay, secretary at
O'Brien, Baric & Scherer, did serve a copy of the Motion For Continuance Of Custody
Hearing, by first class U.S. mail, postage prepaid, to the party listed below, as follows:
Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 2007-6176 CIVIL
ANGELA L. RAU, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of , 2008, upon consideration of the
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attached Motion For Continuance Of Custody Hearing, the hearing scheduled in this matter
for Friday, February 29, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. is hereby continued
the olnd day of , 2008, at 3 O e-m./p.m. in
Courtroom No. ?- of the Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
/Michael A. Scherer, Esquire
O'Brien, Baric & Scherer
19 West South Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Marcus A. McKnight, 111, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 07-6176 CIVIL
ANGELA LYNN RAU,
Defendant
ORDER
AND NOW, this Z'1' day of February, 2008, hearing in the above-captioned
matter set for April 2, 2008, is continued to Friday, April 25, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom
Number 4, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, PA.
BY THE COURT,
Michael A. Scherer, Esquire
For the Plaintiff
,/Marcus McKnight, III, Esquire
For the Defendant
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vs. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ANGELA LYNN RAU, NO. 07-6176 CIVIL
Defendant
ORDER
AND NOW, this day of March, 2008, hearing in the above-captioned matter
set for April 25, 2008, is continued to Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom
Number 4, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, PA.
" Michael A. Scherer, Esquire
For the Plaintiff
Marcus McKnight, III, Esquire
For the Defendant
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 07-6176 CIVIL
ANGELA LYNN RAU,
Defendant
ORDER
AND NOW, this S ` day of June, 2008, following hearing with respect to the
child, Tyler Mitchell Laughman, born April 8, 2007, it is ordered and directed that:
1. The father and the mother shall share legal custody of Tyler. Each parent shall have
an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency
decisions affecting the child's general well being including, but not limited to, all decisions
regarding his health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23 Pa.C.S. 5309, each
parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to the child including, but not
limited to, medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence address of the child and the
other parent. To the extent one parent has possession of any such records or information, that
parent shall be required to share the same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such
reasonable time as to make the records and information of reasonable use to the other parent.
Both parents shall be entitled to full participation in all educational and medical treatment
planning meetings and evaluations with respect to the minor child. Each parent shall be entitled
to full and complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority, and copies of
any reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to, medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records, or report cards. Additionally, each parent
shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with regard to school
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pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-school
nights and the like.
2. The parties shall share physical custody with custody being in the father from Sunday
at 1:00 p.m. until Tuesday prior to the commencement of his work shift. During the remainder
of the week, custody shall be in the mother.
3. The mother and the father shall each be entitled to one week each year of
uninterrupted custody with the child during that parent's vacation from work provided notice of
same is given to the other parent at least thirty (30) days prior to the exercise of said weekly
period.
4. The parties shall alternate the period from Christmas Eve at 12:00 noon until
Christmas Day at 12:00 noon, and Christmas Day at 12:00 noon until December 26th at 12:00
noon, commencing in 2008 with the period from Christmas Eve at 12:00 noon until Christmas
Day at 12:00 noon in the mother. The party who will be out of custody on Christmas morning
shall have custody of the child on the preceding Thanksgiving Day during times as the parties
shall agree, and if they cannot agree, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The parties shall alternate
the remaining holidays during the year as they shall agree, during such hours as they agree, and
absent an agreement with respect to the hours, said custody shall be exercised from 9:00 a.m.
until 5:00 p.m.
5. Neither party may relocate the child outside of the jurisdiction without prior order of
court. In the event that a party wishes to visit outside of the jurisdiction, at least twenty-four-
hour notice must be given to the non-custodial parent with a telephone number and location
where the child will be.
6. The parties may modify this order by mutual agreement. In the absence of mutual
consent, the terms of this order shall control.
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AND NOW comes the Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, by her attorneys, Irwin & McKnight,
P.C., and presents the following Petition for Custody.
1.
The Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, is an adult individual with an address of 38C East Water
Street, Middletown, Pennsylvania 17057.
2.
The Respondent, Christopher H. Laughman, is an adult individual with an address of 149
East Louther Street, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
3
The parties are the natural parents of one (1) child, namely, Tyler Mitchell Laughman,
born April 8, 2007.
4.
Current custody of the minor child has been determined by an Order of Court issued on
June 5, 2008 by the Honorable Kevin A. Hess. A copy of said Order is attached hereto and
marked as Exhibit "A".
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The Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, desires that the parties have shared legal custody of the
minor child, Tyler Michell Laughman.
6.
The Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, desires primary physical custody of the said minor child
with periods of temporary physical custody to Respondent, Christopher H. Laughman, as the
parties can agree.
7.
The best interests and permanent welfare of the minor child requires that the Court grant
the Petitioner's request as set forth above.
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner, Angela L. Rau, respectfully requests that she be awarded
primary physical custody and shared legal custody of Tyler Michell Laughman as provided
herein, with periods of temporary physical custody to Respondent, Christopher H. Laughman, as
provided herein.
By:
Respectfully submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIQKT, P.C.
Marcus . Mc fight, II, Esquire
Attorne for Plai tiff
60 West Pomfret et
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
(717) 249-2353
Supreme Court I. D. No. 25476
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 07-6176 CIVIL
ANGELA LYNN RAU,
Defendant
ORDER
AND NOW, this -T-'- day of June, 2008, following hearing with respect to the
child, Tyler Mitchell Laughman, born April 8, 2007, it is ordered and directed that:
1. The father and the mother shall share legal custody of Tyler. Each parent shall have
an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency
decisions affecting the child's general well being including, but not limited to, all decisions
regarding his health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23 Pa.C.S. 5309, each
parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to the child including, but not
limited to, medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence address of the child and the
other parent. To the extent one parent has possession of any such records or information, that
parent shall be required to share the same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such
reasonable time as to make the records and information of reasonable use to the other parent.
Both parents shall be entitled to full participation in all educational and medical treatment
planning meetings and evaluations with respect to the minor child. Each parent shall be entitled
to full and complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority, and copies of
any reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to, medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records, or report cards. Additionally, each parent
shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with regard to school
pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-school
nights and the like.
2. The parties shall share physical custody with custody being in the father from Sunday
at 1:00 p.m. until Tuesday prior to the commencement of his work shift. During the remainder
of the week, custody shall be in the mother.
3. The mother and the father shall each be entitled to one week each year of
uninterrupted custody with the child during that parent's vacation from work provided notice of
same is given to the other parent at least thirty (30) days prior to the exercise of said weekly
period.
4. The parties shall alternate the period from Christmas Eve at 12:00 noon until
Christmas Day at 12:00 noon, and Christmas Day at 12:00 noon until December 26`h at 12:00
noon, commencing in 2008 with the period from Christmas Eve at 12:00 noon until Christmas
Day at 12:00 noon in the mother. The party who will be out of custody on Christmas morning
shall have custody of the child on the preceding Thanksgiving Day during times as the parties
shall agree, and if they cannot agree, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The parties shall alternate
the remaining holidays during the year as they shall agree, during such hours as they agree, and
absent an agreement with respect to the hours, said custody shall be exercised from 9:00 a.m.
until 5:00 p.m.
5. Neither party may relocate the child outside of the jurisdiction without prior order of
court. In the event that a party wishes to visit outside of the jurisdiction, at least twenty-four-
hour notice must be given to the non-custodial parent with a telephone number and location
where the child will be.
6. The parties may modify this order by mutual agreement. In the absence of mutual
consent, the terms of this order shall control.
BY THE COURT,
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The foregoing Petition for Modification of Custody is based upon information which has
been gathered by counsel and myself in the preparation of this action. I have read the statements
made in this document and they are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information
and belief. I understand that false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.
C.S.A. Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Date: March 1, 2012
CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
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AND NOW, Friday, March 09, 2012 , upon consideration of the attached Co mplai nt,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Melissa P. Greevy, Esq. the conciliator,
at MDJ Office, 1901 State St., Camp Hill, PA 17011 on ___ Friday, April 13, 2012 at 8:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: Is/ Melissa P. Greem Esq._ ?
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites 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.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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Defendant CUSTODY
IN RE: PETITION TO INTERVENE
ORDER
AND NOW, this day of April, 2012, the scheduling of a hearing on the
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conciliation conference in this case scheduled for April 27, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. This order is
entered with the understanding that the proposed intervenor(s) may attend the conciliation
conference.
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Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esquire
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Courthouse, Carlisle, PA.
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Defendant IN CUSTODY
NOTICE TO PLEAD
TO: BARBARA LAUGHMAN and her attorney, Lori K. Serratelli, Esq.
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that you must responsively plead to the within
Answer to Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene and Request for Continuance, pursuant
to Pa. R.C.P. 2252(d) within twenty (20) days after service, or a default judgment may be entered
against you.
By:
Date: May 30, 2012
Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esq.
Michael A., Scherer, Esq.
Lori K. Serratelli, Esq.
Melissa P. Greevy, Esq.
IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P.C.
A. WKnight, III, Esquire
60 st Pomfre Street
Carl e, Pennsyl aria 17013-3222
(717) 24;5-Y
Supreme Court ID. No. 25476
Attorney for Defendant, Angela L. Rau
CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
V.
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007 - 6176 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
ANSWER TO PATERNAL GRANDMOTHER'S PETITION TO INTERVENE AND
REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE
WITH NEW MATTER
AND NOW, this 30th day of May, 2012, comes the Defendant, Angela L. Rau, by her
attorneys, Irwin & McKnight, P.C., and presents the following Answer to Paternal
Grandmother's Petition to Intervene and Request for Continuance with New Matter:
1.
The averments in paragraph one (1) of Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene and
Request for Continuance are admitted.
2.
The averments in paragraph two (2) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are denied. On the contrary, it is denied that Christopher
Laughman resides at 149 East Louther Street, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
3
The averments in paragraph three (3) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are admitted.
4.
The averments in paragraph four (4) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are admitted
5.
The averments in paragraph five (5) of Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene and
Request for Continuance are specifically denied. On the contrary, the child was to be in the
custody of the natural father. The averments of paragraph five (5) are therefore denied.
6.
The averments in paragraph six (6) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are beyond the scope of knowledge of the Defendant. They are
therefore denied and proof thereof is demanded.
7.
The averments in paragraph seven (7) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are beyond the scope of knowledge of the Defendant. They are
therefore denied and proof thereof is demanded.
8.
The averments in paragraph eight (8) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are specifically denied.
9.
The averments in paragraph nine (9) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are specifically denied. On the contrary, a copy of the Consent to
Custody Agreement is attached hereto and marked as Exhibit "A"
10.
The averments in paragraph ten (10) of the Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene
and Request for Continuance are specifically denied. The hearing was cancelled when the
parents resolved the case.
WHEREFORE, the Defendant, Angela L. Rau, respectfully requests that the
Petition of the Paternal Grandmother be dismissed.
NEW MATTER OF DEFENDANT
ANGELA L. RAU
AND NOW, this 30th day of May 2012, comes the Defendant, Angela L. Rau, by her
attorneys, Irwin & McKnight, P.C. and makes the following New Matter:
11.
The averments of fact contained in the Answers to paragraph one (1) through eleven (11)
of the Petition are hereby incorporated by reference and are made a part of this New Matter.
12.
The Paternal Grandmother's Petition to Intervene and Request for Continuance has failed
to meet the requirements of 23 Pa. C.S.A. 5313 which requires a period of grandparent custody
of twelve (1'2) months.
WHEREFORE, the Defendant, Angela L. Rau, respectfully requests that the Petition of
the Paternal' Grandmother be dismissed.
Respectfully submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P.C.
By:
A. Mc"ight, III, Esquire
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
(717) 249-2353
Supreme Court I. D. No. 25476
Date: May 30, 2012
EXHIBIT "A"
CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
V.
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007 - 6176 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
CONSENT TO CUSTODY AGREEMENT
1, CHRISTOPHER LAUGHMAN, am the natural father of Tyler M. Laughman, born
April 8, 2007.
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I agree that Angela L. Rau, the natural mother of Tyler M. Laughman, should ha,e
primary physical custody of Tyler M. Laughman.
I will exercise periods of temporary physical custody of Tyler M. Laughman at times I
am able to arrange with Angela L. Rau. We will continue to exercise joint legal custody of
Tyler M.'Laughman.
I hereby sign this Agreement this 2nd day of April 2012.
WITNESISETH:
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H H H. LAUGHMAN
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
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On this, the 2nd day of April 2012, before me this undersigned officer, personally appeared
Christopher H. Laughman, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is
subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that he executed same for the purposes therein
contained.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set lmyh vial s
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OF NSYLVANIA Notarial Seal
Martha L. Noel, Notary Public
carllle eoro, cumberland County No ary Public
my Commission Expires Sept 18, MEMBER, PENNSMANTA ASSOQA" OF NOTARIES
VERIFICATION
The foregoing document is based upon information, which has been gathered by my
counsel and myself in the preparation of this action. I have read the statements made in this
document and they are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I
understandthat false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.A. Section
4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
By:
ANG A L. RAU
Date: MAY 30, 2012
CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
V.
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007 - 6176 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esquire, hereby certify that a copy of attached document was
served upon the following by depositing a true and correct copy of the same in the United States
mail, First Class, postage prepaid in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, on the date referenced below and
addressed as follows:
Lori K. Serratelli, Esq. Michael A. Scherer, Esq.
Serratelli, Schiffman & Brown, P.C. 19 West South Street
2080 Linglestown Road Carlisle, PA 17013
Suite 201
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Melissa P. Greevy, Conciliator
301 Market Street
P.O'. Bog 109
Lemoyne, PA. 17043
IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P.C.
By: M us A. cKnight, III, Esquire
60 st Po et Street
Car isle, 17013
(717) 249-2353
Supreme Court I.D. No. 25476
Date: May 30, 2012
CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,:
Plaintiff
V
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007-6176 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
IN RE: PETITION TO INTERVENE
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 30th day of May, 2012, after hearing,
the petition of Barbara Laughman, the paternal grandmother,
to intervene is granted.
By the Court,
Kevin A. Hess, P.J.
Lori K. Serratelli, Esquire
For Proposed Intervenor
/ Marcus A. McKnight, III, Esquire
For the Defendant
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007 - 6176 CIVIL TERM
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this ,5?' day of June 2012, based upon the consent of the natural parents, the
following Custody Order is entered:
The Order of Court dated June 5, 2008 is vacated.
2. The natural parents shall have shared legal custody of the minor child, Tyler M. Laughman. All
non-emergency decisions affecting the child's growth and development shall be considered major
decisions and shall be made by the parents jointly, after discussion and consultation with each other, and
with a view towards obtaining and following the child's best interests which decisions shall include, but
not limited to: choice of camp, if any; medical treatment, specifically including any medications
prescribed for the children; dental treatment; education; scholastic or athletic pursuits; and other
extracurricular activities.
3. The mother, Angela L. Rau, will have primary physical custody of the minor child, Tyler M.
Laughman.
4. The father, Christopher H. Laughman, will have periods of temporary physical custody of the
minor child, Tyler M. Laughman, as the parties agree is in his best interest.
5. Pursuant to the terms of 23 Pa.C.S. § 5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and
information pertaining to the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious, or school
records, the residence address of the child and the other parent. To the extent one parent has possession
of any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the same, or copies thereof, with
the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the records and information of reasonable use to
the other parent. Both parents shall be entitled to full participation in all educational and
medical/treatment planning meetings and evaluations with regard to the minor child. Each parent shall
be entitled to full and complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher, or other authority as
well as copies of any reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth
certificates, school or educational attendance records, report cards, and medical insurance cards.
Additionally, each parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with
regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-
school nights, and the like.
6. The parties shall share all holidays as is mutually agreed upon in advance by the parties.
7. The parties shall keep each other advised immediately relative to any emergencies concerning the
minor child and shall, further, take any necessary steps to ensure that the health and wellbeing of the
child is protected. These steps shall include providing a safe, secure, and clean home environment during
their respective periods of custody, and ensuring that the child has adequate meals and nutrition. During
any illness or medical emergency, each party shall have the right to visit the child as often as he or she
deems consistent with the proper medical care of the child.
8. There shall be reasonable telephone contact by the parties with the child during the periods when
the child is not in the custody of that party.
9. Neither party shall do anything that may estrange the child from the other party, or injure the
opinion of the child as to the other party, or may hamper the free and natural development of the child's
love or affection for the other party.
10. Neither party shall schedule activities or appointments for the child which would require their
attendance or participation at said activity or appointment during a time when he is scheduled to be in the
physical custody of the other parent without that parent's express prior approval.
H. It shall be the obligation of each parent to make the child available to the other in accordance
with the physical custody schedule and to encourage them to participate in the plan hereby agreed and
ordered.
12. Neither party shall remove the child from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania except for
vacations when said party has custody of the minor child as provided herein. Each parent shall inform
the other parent if he or she desires to remove the child overnight from the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania by providing notice at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the anticipated date of departure.
In such an instance, the party who desires to remove the child shall provide the other parent with a
general schedule of the planned vacation and its location or locations, along with a telephone number or
numbers, including area code, where the child may be reached.
13. Neither party shall be permitted to relocate the residence of the child to significantly impair the
ability of another person to exercise custody unless every individual who has custody rights to the child
consents to the proposed relocation. The party proposing to relocate must comply with the notice
requirement pursuant to 23 Pa.C.S.A. §5537(a).
14. The parties may temporarily alter the schedule of physical custody as is mutually agreeable in
order to accommodate special family events or other changes in their schedule. If the parties cannot
agree on any such changes, the terms and provisions of this Order shall control.
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Kevin A. ess, President Judge
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CHRISTOPHER H. LAUGHMAN,
Plaintiff
V.
ANGELA L. RAU,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2007 - 6176 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
CONSENT TO CUSTODY AGREEMENT
I, CHRISTOPHER LAUGHMAN, am the natural father of Tyler M. Laughman, born
April 8, 2007.
I agree that Angela L. Rau, the natural mother of Tyler M. Laughman, should h*
primary physical custody of Tyler M. Laughman.
I will exercise periods of temporary physical custody of Tyler M. Laughman at times I
am able to arrange with Angela L. Rau. We will continue to exercise joint legal custody of
Tyler M. Laughman.
I hereby sign this Agreement this 2nd day of April 2012.
WITNESSETH:
(SEAL)
H H H. LAUGHMAN
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
: SS
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
On this, the 2nd day of April 2012, before me this undersigned officer, personally appeared
Christopher H. Laughman, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is
subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that he executed same for the purposes therein
contained.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my h cia11 s
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