HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-7490DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
vs.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07- CIVIL TERM
CUSTODY
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
1. Plaintiff is Dianna Sheaffer, hereinafter referred to as Mother. Mother resides at 3260
Spring Road, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. Defendant is Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III, hereinafter referred to as Father. Father is
believed to reside at either 25 West Pomfret Street, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
17013 or 630 Second Street, Highspire, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, 17034.
3. Mother seeks primary physical custody of the minor child:
Name Present Residence Age
Javan Rodriguez 630 Second Street 4.17.06 DOB, 1 1/2 years old
Highspire, PA 17034
Javan was born out of wedlock.
Javan is presently in the custody of Father as a result of his refusal to return the child to
Mother's custody following a Thanksgiving visit.
During his lifetime, Javan has resided with the following persons and at the following
addresses:
Name
Address
Date
Dianna Sheaffer 3260 Spring Road birth -11/22/07
Riley Sheaffer Carlisle, PA
Roy Sheaffer
Deborah Sheaffer
Felipe Rodriguez, III 630 Second Street
Sandra Wotring Highspire, PA
Unknown other persons
11/22/07 - present
5. Mother lives with the following persons:
Name
Roy Sheaffer
Deborah Sheaffer
Riley Sheaffer
Relationship
Maternal Grandfather
Maternal Grandmother
Child from prior relationship
6. It is believed that Father lives with the following persons:
Name
Sandra Wotring
Relationship
Paramour
7. Mother has not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other
custody litigation concerning the custody of Javan in this or another court.
8. Mother has no information of a custody proceeding concerning Javan pending in a
court of this Commonwealth.
9. Mother does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
custody of Javan or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to Javan.
10. Javan's best interest and permanent welfare will be served by granting the relief
requested for reasons including, but not limited to the following:
a. Since Javan was born, Mother has been his primary caretaker and has been
responsible for his emotional, physical, educational, financial and medical needs.
b. Mother is fully capable of caring for Javan on a primary basis and has done so
since his birth.
c. Mother is willing to communicate with and work cooperatively with Father to co-
parent Javan and will encourage their father/son relationship.
10. Father has not acted in Javan's best interests in ways including but not limited to the
following:
a. Father has been arbitrary in his decisions to spend time with Javan since Javan
was born. Between July and October 2007, Father saw Javan three times, only
one of which was an overnight visit. Prior to that, Father did not see Javan
because he was incarcerated in Cumberland County Prison since February 2007.
b. Father took Javan for an agreed visit for Thanksgiving holiday and subsequently
refused to return Javan to Mother's custody.
c. Father's decision to keep custody of Javan immediately followed Mother's
decision to reopen the child support case against Father on behalf of Javan. Since
absconding with Javan, Father has filed his own child support action against
Mother.
d. Javan was born with a hole in his heart and has been on various medications for
his heart issues and for other health matters since birth. Javan's heart condition
also requires monthly appointments with a specialist. Father has been to one visit
since Javan's birth and does not know how to properly care for Javan or address
his medical issues.
e. Father refused to accept or return Mother's calls and completely denied Mother
any contact with Javan from November 26, 2007, until December 12, 2007, when
Father allowed Mother to speak to Javan by telephone.
f. Father's decision to end all communication with Mother means that he is unaware
of Javan's upcoming medical appointment with the heart specialist and Father
cannot properly care for Javan without this information.
g. Father does not have a current driver's license but continue to drive with the child
in the vehicle.
h. Father has a significant criminal history including periods of incarceration for
various drug charges with repeated returns to prison for failed urine tests resulting
in parole violations. Father's unsafe and illegal behaviors do not provide the safe
environment necessary to properly care for a young child.
12. Every person with rights to custody or having actual physical custody of Javan has
been named as parties to this action.
WHEREFORE, Mother requests this Court to grant her the following relief
1. That the parties shall share legal custody of Javan.
2. That Mother shall have primary physical custody of Javan.
3. That Father shall have periods of partial custody at times and places agreed upon
by the parties.
4. That the non-custodial parent shall have reasonable telephone contact with Javan
while he is with the other parent.
5. That the parties shall have an appropriate holiday schedule so that both parents
can spend time with Javan during various holidays.
6. That Father is prohibited from removing the children from Cumberland or
Dauphin Counties without providing Mother with all contact information.
7. Neither party shall consume alcohol or illegal drugs when Javan is in their
custody and neither party shall allow Javan to be exposed to persons who have
been consuming alcohol or illegal substances.
8. Any other relief this Court finds just and equitable.
Respectfully submitted,
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J ica olst, Esquire
MidPenn Legal Services
401 East Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-9400
DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
vs.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-
CIVIL TERM
CUSTODY
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAIL
I, Jessica Holst, do hereby swear that I served Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III, with a
Complaint For Custody on"OeCeo4e' 13 , 2007 by certified mail, return receipt, restricted
delivery, to the person and addresses below:
Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III
c/o Sol Martinez
25 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III
c/o Sandra Wotring
630 Second Street
Highspire, PA 17034
I, Jessica Holst, verify that the statements made in this Affidavit of Service 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 falsification to authorities.
Date: TAU MAW ?, ?V ?` Signature:
VERIFICATION
The above-named PLAINTIFF, Dianna Sheaffer, verifies that
the statements made in the above COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY are true
and correct. Plaintiff understands that false statements herein
are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. §4904, relating
to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date.
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
vs.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 07- 7y 90 CIVIL TERM
CUSTODY
PRAECIPE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
To the Prothonotary:
Kindly allow, Dianna Mae Sheaffer, Plaintiff, to proceed in forma au eris.
I, Jessica Holst, attorney for the party proceeding in forma au eris, certify that I believe
the party is unable to pay the costs and that I am providing free legal services to the party.
J ca Holst, Esquire
MidPenn Legal Services
401 East Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-9400
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
vs.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07- jgg0 CIVIL TERM
: CUSTODY
PETITION FOR SPECIAL RELIEF
Petitioner, Dianna Mae Sheaffer, by and through her counsel, MidPenn Legal Services, states the
following:
1. Petitioner is the above-named Plaintiff, hereinafter referred to as Mother, who resides at
3260 Spring Road, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. Respondent is the above-named Defendant, and resides either with his grandmother at 25
West Pomfret Street, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013 or with his
paramour at 630 Second Street, Highspire, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania 17034.
3. The parties are the natural and biological parents of the minor child Javan Rodriguez,
born April 17, 2006.
4. There is no prior Custody Order in this matter. A Custody Complaint has been filed
simultaneously with the filing of this Petition for Special Relief.
5. On November 22, 2007, Defendant took Javan for an agreed upon visit for the
Thanksgiving holiday. He has since refused to return Javan to Mother's custody and
Mother was unable to speak to Javan until December 12, 2007. Mother has not been
permitted to see Javan since November 26, 2007.
6. Defendant is not acting in Javan's best interests for reasons including, but not limited to,
the following:
a. Father has been arbitrary in his decisions to spend time with Javan since Javan
was born. Between July and October 2007, Father saw Javan three times, only
one of which was an overnight visit. Prior to that, Father did not see Javan
because he was incarcerated in Cumberland County Prison since February 2007.
b. Father took Javan for an agreed visit for Thanksgiving holiday and subsequently
refused to return Javan to Mother's custody.
c. Father's decision to keep custody of Javan immediately followed Mother's
decision to reopen the child support case against Father on behalf of Javan. Since
absconding with Javan, Father has filed his own child support action against
Mother.
d. Javan was born with a hole in his heart and has been on various medications for
his heart issues and for other health matters since birth. Javan's heart condition
also requires monthly appointments with a specialist. Father has been to one visit
since Javan's birth and does not know how to properly care for Javan or address
his medical issues.
e. Father refused to accept or return Mother's calls and completely denied Mother
any contact with Javan from November 26, 2007, until December 12, 2007, when
Father allowed Mother to speak to Javan by telephone.
f. Father's decision to end all communication with Mother means that he is unaware
of Javan's upcoming medical appointment with the heart specialist and Father
cannot properly care for Javan without this information.
g. Father does not have a current driver's license but continue to drive with the child
in the vehicle.
h. Father has a significant criminal history including periods of incarceration for
various drug charges with repeated returns to prison for failed urine tests resulting
in parole violations. Father's unsafe and illegal behaviors do not provide the safe
environment necessary to properly care for a young child.
7. Mother is the parent who can best provide for Javan for reasons including, but not limited
to, the following:
a. Since Javan was born, Mother has been his primary caretaker and has been
responsible for his emotional, physical, educational, financial and medical needs.
b. Mother is fully capable of caring for Javan on a primary basis and has done so
since his birth.
c. Mother is willing to communicate with and work cooperatively with Father to co-
parent Javan and will encourage their father/son relationship.
8. Without this Court's intervention, Javan is at risk of being harmed emotionally and
physically. Javan is at risk of emotional harm by being denied contact with Mother, the person
who has been his primary caretaker since birth. Javan is at risk of physical harm because
Defendant is not familiar with Javan's medical conditions and does not know how to properly
care for him. Furthermore, Defendant's involvement with illegal activities and his criminal
history have the potential of subjecting Javan to a dangerous environment.
WHEREFORE, Mother respectfully requests that the Court order the following:
a. That Defendant shall immediately return Javan to Mother's custody.
b. That this matter shall be scheduled for a custody conciliation to determine a
more specific custody schedule regarding Javan.
c. That until the conciliation the parties shall have shared legal custody of Javan.
d. That until the conciliation, Mother shall have primary physical custody of
Javan.
e. That until the conciliation, Defendant shall have periods of partial physical
custody at times and places as agreed to by the parties.
f. Until further Order, Defendant shall not remove Javan from Cumberland or
Dauphin Counties without providing Mother with all contact information for
where Javan will be.
g. Any other relief this Court finds just and equitable.
Respectfully submitted,
ess olst, Esquire
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-
CIVIL TERM
CUSTODY
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAIL
I, Jessica Holst, do hereby swear that I served Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III, with a Petition
for Special Relief on nttt??t/ 13 , 2007 by certified mail, return receipt, restricted
delivery, to the person and address below:
Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III
c/o Sol Martinez
25 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III
c/o Sandra Wotring
630 Second Street
Highspire, PA 17034
I, Jessica Holst, verify that the statements made in this Affidavit of Service 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 falsification to authorities.
Date: Signature:
VERIFICATION
The above-named PLAINTIFF, Dianna Mae Sheaffer, verifies
that the statements made in the above PETITION FOR SPECIAL
RELIEF are true and correct. Plaintiff understands that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.
C.S. §4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: iNA dJUUA1_1 V??
Dianna Mae Sheaffer
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III
DEFENDANT
• 2007-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
. IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Tuesday, December 18, 2007 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before John J. Mangan, Jr., Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 11:00 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: /s/ John j. Mangan, Jr., 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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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III, :
Defendant : NO. 07-7490 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 20th day of December, 2007, upon consideration of Plaintiff's
Petition for Special Relief, a hearing is scheduled for Monday, December 31, 2007, at
9:00 a.m., in Courtroom No. 1, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
THE DEFENDANT is hereby directed to bring the child to the above-scheduled
hearing.
BY THE COURT,
/Jessica Holst, Esq.
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Plaintiff
'' Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III
c/o Sol Martinez
25 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Defendant, pro Se
V Felipe Pete Rodriguez, III
c/o Sandra Wotring
630 Second Street
Highspire, PA 17034
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
v
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III:
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
07-7490 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: PETITION FOR SPECIAL RELIEF
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 31st day of December, 2007, upon
consideration of Plaintiff's Petition for Special Relief with
respect to the parties' child, Javan Rodriguez (date of birth,
April 17, 2006) and following a hearing at which Plaintiff
appeared and was represented by Jessica Holst, Esquire, and at
which Defendant appeared and represented himself, it is ordered
and directed, pending further Order of Court and the custody
conciliation conference scheduled for January 16, 2008, as
follows:
1. Legal custody of the child shall be shared by
the parties;
2. Primary physical custody of the child shall be
in the mother;
3. Temporary partial physical custody of the
child shall be in the father on alternating weekends from Friday
at 7:00 p.m. until Sunday at 7:00 p.m. The father's first period
of partial physical custody shall be on the weekend commencing
January 11, 2008.
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MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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542 Second Street
Apartment C
Highspire, PA 17034
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DIANA M. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-7490
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
To the Prothonotary:
Kindly enter the appearance of Linda A. Clotfelter, Esquire, for Defendant, Felipe P.
Rodriguez, in the above-captioned proceeding.
Respectfully Submitted,
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
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ttorney I.D. . 72963
5021 E. Trindle Road, Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 796-1933 facsimile
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-7490
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this lh%y of February, 2008, the undersigned hereby certifies that a true
DIANA M. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
and correct copy of the foregoing ENTRY OF APPEARANCE was served upon the opposing
party by way of United States first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
John J. Mangan, Jr., Esquire
Bayley & Mangan
17 West South Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Jessica C.D. Holst, Esquire
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Respectfully Submitted,
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
By:/?`?CJL L?
L DA A. CLOTFELTER, ES(
A rney I.D. 72963
021 E. Trindle Road, Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 796-1933 facsimile
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW this day of March, 2008, upon consideration of the attached Custody
Conciliation Report, it is Ordered and Directed as follows:
1. The prior Order of Court dated December 31, 2007 is hereby VACATED.
2. Legal Custody: The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, and the Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, shall have
shared legal custody of Javan Rodriguez, born 4/17/2006. The parties shall have an equal right
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 of 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.
Physical Custody: Mother shall have primary physical custody of Javan subject to Father's
rights of partial physical custody which shall be arranged as follows:
a. Commencing January 11, 2008, on alternating weekends from Friday at 7:00 pm until
Sunday at 7:00 pm.
b. Father shall have additional periods of physical custody as the parties may mutually
agree.
4. Holidays: A holiday schedule shall be established at the updated conciliation conference.
5. During any periods of custody or visitation, the parties shall not possess or use illegal
substances or consume/be under the influence of alcoholic beverages to the point of
intoxication. The parties shall likewise assure, to the extent possible, that other household
members and/or house guests comply with this provision.
6. The non-custodial parent shall be entitled to have reasonable liberal telephone contact with the
Child.
7. Exchanges: The parties shall share transportation and mutually agree to exchange locations.
8. In the event the custodial parent should take the Child out of Cumberland or Dauphin Counties,
the custodial parent shall notify the non-custodial parent with the intended destination and a
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9. Neither party may say or do anything nor permit a third party to do or say 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
parry. To the extent possible, both parties shall not allow third parties disparage the other
parent in the presence of the Child.
10. In the event of a medical emergency, the custodial party shall notify the other parties as soon as
practicable after the emergency is handled.
11. This Order is entered pursuant to a Custody Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify
the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of
this Order shall control. The parties are directed to contact the assigned Conciliator to arrange
an updated conciliation conference as soon as practicable.
istribution:
Vinda Clotfelter, Esq.
? J,p?ssica Holst, Esq.
-John J. Mangan, Esq.
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By the Court,
DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVII., PROCEDURE
1915.3-8(b), the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information pertaining to the Child who is the subject of this litigation is
as follows:
Name Date of Birth Currently in the Custody of
Javan Rodriguez 4/17/06 Primary-Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held with regard to this matter on January 16, 2008 with
the following individuals in attendance:
The Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, with her counsel, Jessica Holst, Esquire
The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, III, pro se
3. The parties agreed to the entry of an Order in the form as attached.
Date John . M gan , Esquire
Cus dy Inciliator
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DIANA M. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 07-7490
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT'S ANSWER TO COMPLAINT FOR CHILD CUSTODY
AND NOW, comes Defendant, Felipe P. Rodriguez, III, by and through his counsel,
Linda A. Clotfelter, Esquire, who responds to Plaintiff's Complaint for Custody as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Defendant is Felipe P.
Rodriguez, III. However, it is denied that Father resides at the address listed in this paragraph.
And further answer thereof, Father currently resides at 542 2nd Street, Highspire, Dauphin
County, Pennsylvania 17034.
3. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Mother seeks primary
physical custody of minor child and that he was born out of wedlock. It is denied that the child
is presently in the custody of Father. The allegations regarding the residence of the child are also
denied. More specifically, it is denied that the child lived primarily with Mother from birth
through November 22, 2007, as the parties shared physical custody in a week on/week off basis
from April, 2007, through November, 2007. It is also denied that the child has resided with
Father at 630 2nd Street, Highspire, Pennsylvania in as Father's address is 542 2nd Street,
Highspire, Pennsylvania, and he has lived at that residence since September, 2007. In addition,
when the child was with Father during his shared custody periods it was at his residence at 542
2nd Street, Highspire, Pennsylvania.
4. (No paragraph 4 in pleading).
5. Admitted upon information and belief.
6. Admitted.
7. Admitted.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted
10. Denied. It is specifically denied that the best interest of the child would be served
by granting Mother primary physical custody and the subsections of this paragraph are further
denied as follows:
a. Denied. It is specifically denied that Mother has been the primary caretaker of the
child since his birth. As alleged above, the parties had a truly shared physical
custody arrangement from April, 2007, through November, 2007, at which time
both parties equally provided his care and have been responsible for his
emotional, physical, educational, financial, and medical needs on an equal basis.
It is admitted that when the child was born he had some medical problems that
were handled primarily by Mother due to her availability. However, any
implication that Father has not provided medical care for the child is denied.
Father was active in the child's birth, he has accompanied the child for an
emergency appointment at the hospital, and in November, 2007, he contacted the
child's heart specialist and pediatrician to determine if any appointments were
made and to schedule the child's next appointment. It is notable that the child has
not taken any medication for six months and sees his heart specialist once every
three months.
b. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Mother is capable of
caring for the child. However, the implication therein that Father is in someway
unable to provide the child with primary care specifically denied. During Father's
shared custody periods he has been the primary caregiver and he continues to do
so during his partial custody periods pursuant to the Temporary Order. He is also
ready, willing, and able to provide the child with primary care on a regular basis
in a truly shared legal and physical custody order.
C. Denied. It is specifically denied that Mother is willing to communicate and work
cooperatively with Father with regard to co-parenting the child and it is also
specifically denied that she encourages the Father/son relationship. To the
contrary, Mother had been repeatedly denying Father his scheduled time and at
other times Mother would agree to Father having a custody period only to
disagree when the time came for Father to exercise the custody period. In fact,
due to Mother's conduct in that regard and her statements that she would deny
Father contact with the child Father truly believed that if he delivered the child to
Mother in November, 2007, after the Thanksgiving holiday, that Mother would
deny him further contact with the child. Essentially, Mother undermined the
Father/son relationship which had been permitted to grow while the parties shared
physical and legal custody for a period in excess of six months just prior to the
filing of this action.
10. (Second paragraph numbered 10) Admitted in part and denied in part in
subparagraphs as follows:
a. It is specifically denied that Father has been arbitrary in his exercising his rights
to legal and physical custody of his son and it is adamantly denied that Father saw
the child only three times between July and October, 2007. In further answer
hereof, the parties shared legal custody of the child on a week on/week off basis
from April, 2007, through November, 2007. It is admitted that Father was
incarcerated for a short period of time in early 2007 and the remaining allegations
of this subparagraph are specifically denied.
b. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Father had Javan for the
Thanksgiving holiday, but the implication herein that his retention of Javan after
that time was not justified is denied. The parties had a conversation at or about
Thanksgiving regarding the child's custody and after that time Father did not hear
from Mother until mid December, 2007. Moreover, despite statements made by
Mother, Father feared that Mother would follow through with her threats to retain
physical custody of the child and deny Father further contact.
C. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted only that both parties initiated
child support proceedings, but it is specifically denied that Father's physical
custody of the child was in any way related to Mother's filing for child support.
Therefore, strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
d. It is admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that when the child was
born he some health issues that did require specialized medical care. It is denied
that Father has participated in only one visit to a physician since the child's birth.
It is further denied that he requires monthly appointments with a specialist and
that Father does not how to properly care for the child or address his medical
issues. To the contrary, Father has been involved in the child's care since his
presence at the child's birth, although initially, Mother was the individual who
took the child to his regular appointments due to her availability. More recently,
Father contacted the child's heart specialist and pediatrician in November, 2007,
to determine if appointments were scheduled and when those appointments were
to be. At that time he learned that the child now sees his heart specialist one time
every three months and he had also known at this time that the child has not been
on any medications for six months. Further answer hereof, Father is fully capable
of taking the child to his specialist appointments every three months; his regular
pediatrician appointments; and to health care providers should any emergencies
arise. Therefore, strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
e. Denied. It is specifically denied that Father refused to except and return Mother's
calls in November, 2007 through December, 2007. In further answer hereof, the
parties did have one conversation on or about November 26, 2007 and Father was
then not contacted by Mother until December 12, 2007. Therefor, strict proof
thereof is demanded at trial.
f. Denied. It is denied that Father made a conscious decision to end all
communication with Mother and further denied that he had no knowledge of the
child's upcoming medical appointment. In further answer hereof, Father did not
set out to purposely end communication with Mother and would have
communicated with her had she made an effort to contact him. Father was also
aware of the child's medical appointment that was not scheduled to take place
until February, 2008. Father learned this when he contacted the heart specialist to
schedule the child's next appointment. Father also contacted the child's
pediatrician to update his contact information and to determine if the child had
any appointments pending.
g. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Father does not currently
have a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, although it is denied that Father is
presently or in the future driving the child without a driver's license. Father
intends to take all the necessary steps to make arrangements for appropriate
transportation.
h. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Father has had some past
criminal issues and also admitted that he has been incarcerated. However, the
allegation that Father's criminal history is significant and that he has repeatedly
returned to prison for failed urine tests resulting in parole violations specifically
denied. In further answer hereof, Father has not failed any urine tests nor has his
behavior been unsafe with regards to the custody and environment necessary for
him to care for the child. Father's prior incarceration in early 2007 resulted from
charges filed several years ago in 2002. Since the birth of his son, Father has
taken all steps necessary to make his son and his best interests his primary focus
in life and he is striving to forever become a law-abiding citizen and a role model
for his son. Therefore, strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
12. Admitted.
WHEREFORE, Father requests that this court deny Mother's Petition for Custody; grant
the parties shared legal and physical custody of the child; and grant such other relief as this court
deems just and proper.
Date: i/ I / J
Respectfully Submitted,
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
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(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 796-1933 facsimile
VERIFICATION
I, FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III, verify that the statements in the foregoing document are
true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. § 4904, relating to unworn
falsification to authorities.
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III, IN CUSTODY
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW this day of August 2008, upon consideration of the attached Custody
Conciliation Report, it is Ordered and Directed as follows:
1. The prior Orders of Court regarding the above-captioned matter are hereby VACATED.
2. Legal Custody: The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, and the Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, shall have
shared legal custody of Javan Rodriguez, born 4/17/2006. The parties shall have an equal right
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 of 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.
3. Physical Custody: Mother shall have primary physical custody of Javan subject to Father's
rights of partial physical custody which shall be arranged as follows:
a. For August 2008, Father shall have physical custody of Javan Friday August 1, 2008
until Sunday August 3, 2008. Father shall then have custody Friday August 8, 2008 through
Friday August 15, 2008. Father shall again have custody Friday August 29, 2008 through
Sunday September 1, 2008. All exchange times shall be at 7:00 pm.
b. Commencing September 2008 and in all subsequent months, Father shall have physical
custody of Javan for one week the first Friday of every month until the following Friday.
Father again shall have a weekend custodial period the third Friday of every month until
Sunday. All exchange times shall be at 7:00 pm.
b. Father shall have additional periods of physical custody as the parties may mutually
agree.
4. Holidavs: The parties shall arrange holidays pursuant to the attached holiday schedule absent
mutual agreement otherwise.
5. During any periods of custody or visitation, the parties shall not possess or use illegal
substances or consume/be under the influence of alcoholic beverages to the point of
intoxication. The parties shall likewise assure, to the extent possible, that other household
members and/or house guests comply with this provision.
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6. The non-custodial parent shall be entitled to have reasonable liberal telephone contact with the
Child.
7. Exchanges: The parties shall exchange custody at 7:00 pm at the Giant store on Simpson Ferry
Road absent mutual agreement otherwise.
8. In the event the custodial parent should take the Child out of Cumberland or Dauphin Counties,
the custodial parent shall notify the non-custodial parent with the intended destination and a
telephone number at which they can be reached.
9. Any individual transporting the subject Child shall be properly licensed, not under the influence
of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substances and shall use appropriate child restraints.
10. Each parent shall have one week (seven consecutive days) of vacation with the Child per year.
The requesting parent shall give the other parent 30 days advance notice of the requested time
and this vacation week shall supersede the regular physical custody schedule. In the event the
parties schedule conflicting vacations, the party first providing written notice shall have the.
choice of vacation. Prior to departure, the parties will provide each other with information
regarding the intended vacation destination and a telephone number at which they can be
reached during their vacation. Should the requesting party's vacation take place during the
other party's custodial period, the non-vacationing party shall be entitled to a "make-up"
custodial period the following week. The parties may expand this vacation time by mutual
agreement.
11. Neither party may say or do anything nor permit a third party to do or say 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. To the extent possible, both parties shall not allow third parties disparage the other
parent in the presence of the Child.
12. In the event of a medical emergency, the custodial party shall notify the other parties as soon as
practicable after the emergency is handled.
13. This Order is entered pursuant to a Custody Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify
the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of
this Order shall control.
14. An update conference is hereby scheduled for November 3, 2008 at 9:00 am at the Court of
Common Pleas in Carlisle, PA 17013.
By the Court,
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Pnda Clotfelter, Esq.
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SPECIAL DAYS THAES ODD
YEARS EVEN
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Easter Da is Half From 9 am until 3 m Father Mother
Easter Da 2n Half From 3 m until 9 m Mother Father
Memorial Day From 9 am until 9 m Mother Father
Independence Da From 9 am until 9 m Father Mother
Labor Da From 9 am until 9 m Mother Father
Halloween From one hour before trick or
treating to one hour after trick or
treating Father Mother
Thanksgiving 1
Half From 8 am Thanksgiving Day to 2
m on Thanksgiving Da Father Mother
Thanksgiving 2°
half From 2 pm on Thanksgiving Day to
noon the day after Thanksgiving Da Mother Father
Christmas is Half From noon on 12/24 to noon on
12/25 Father Mother
Christmas 2" Half From noon on 12/25 to noon on
12/26 Mother Father
New Year's From 6 pm 12/31 until noon January
1St (with the 12/31 year to control the
even/odd determination) Mother Father
Mother's Day 11 From 9 am until 9 m Mother Mother
Father's Day I From 9 am until 9 m Father Father
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
1915.3-8(b), the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information pertaining to the Child who is the subject of this litigation is
as follows:
Name Date of Birth Currently in the Custody of
Javan Rodriguez 4/17/06 Primary-Mother
2. An Order of Court was issued on December 31, 2007 regarding a petition for special
relief, a Conciliation Conference was held with regard to this matter on January 16, 2008, an Order
was issued March 8, 2008, an updated conference was held July 29, 2008 with the following
individuals in attendance:
The Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, with her counsel, Jessica Hoist, Esquire
The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, III, Linda Clotfelter, Esq.
3. The parties agreed to the entry of an Order in the form as attached.
Date
John J.A4angp(n, Esquire
DIANA M. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-7490
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
Prior Judicial Assignment: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., Judge
Concurrence/Nonconcurrence: See paragraphs 6 & 7 below
PETITION TO WITHDRAW APPEARANCE
1. Petitioner is Linda A. Clotfelter, Esquire, (hereinafter "Petitioner") counsel of
record for Felipe P. Rodriguez, III.
2. Respondent is Felipe P. Rodriguez, III (hereinafter "Respondent"), defendant in
the above-captioned matter.
3. Petitioner has resolved all custody matters for Respondent. An Order of Court
was entered on November 25, 2008, by the Honorable J. Wesley Oler, Jr., Judge, following the
status conference that was held on November 21, 2008.
4. On several occasions, Petitioner has not been able to make contact with
Respondent due to incorrect contact information.
5. Petitioner mailed correspondence dated January 12, 2009, with a Withdrawal of
Appearance asking Respondent to enter his appearance Pro Se, but it was not deliverable.
6. Opposing counsel, Jessica C. D. Holst, Esquire concurs with this request.
7. Respondent does not concur with this request.
8. Withdrawal of Petitioner's appearance in this matter on behalf of Felipe P.
Rodriguez, III can be accomplished without material adverse effect on the interests of Felipe P.
Rodriguez, III. See Rules of Professional Conduct 1.16(b).
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests the Court grant her leave to withdraw her
appearance on behalf of Felipe P. Rodriguez, III and terminate her representation of Felipe P.
Rodriguez, III.
Respectfully submitted,
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
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Att rney I.D. 72963
50 E. Trindle Road, Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 796-1933 facsimile
DIANA M. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-7490
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this h lay of March, 2009, the undersigned hereby certifies that a true
and correct copy of the foregoing PETITION TO WITHDRAW APPEARANCE was served
upon the opposing party by United States First Class Mail, postage prepaid:
Jessica C.D. Holst, Esquire
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Felipe Rodriguez, III
1418 Brdley Drive
Apartment E-211
Carlisle, PA 17013
Respectfully submitted,
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
Linda- A. Clotfelter, Esquire -]
A orney ID No. 72963
21 East Trindle Road, Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 796-1933 facsimile
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FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ,
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Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 07-7490 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 1St day of April, 2009, upon consideration of the Petition To
Withdraw Appearance, a Rule is hereby issued upon Defendant to show cause why the
relief requested should not be granted.
RULE RETURNABLE within 14 days of the date of this order.
v Jessica C.D. Holst, Esq.
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Plaintiff
ZLinda A. Clotfelter, Esq.
5021 E. Trindle Road
Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Attorney for Defendant
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1418 Bradley Drive
Apt. E-211
Carlisle, PA 17013
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Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-7490
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
Prior Judicial Assignment: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., Judge
Concurrence/Nonconcurrence: See paragraph 3 below
PETITIONER'S MOTION TO MAKE RULE ABSOLUTE
1. On March 30, 2009, Petitioner, Linda A. Clotfelter, Esquire, filed a Petition to
Withdraw Appearance and on April 1, 2009 a Rule was issued upon Defendant to show cause
why the relief requested should not be granted.
2. On April 2, 2009, Petitioner served Defendant with the Rule to show cause on the
Petition to Withdraw Appearance and Terminate Representation as Defendant's Counsel.
3. As per the Rule dated April 1, 2009, the 14-day return date has passed without
answer by Defendant, and Petitioner now seeks to have the Rule made absolute.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests the Court to make the Rule absolute and
to grant her permission to withdraw as counsel for Defendant, Felipe Rodriguez, III, in the
above-captioned proceeding.
Dated:
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
V Li da A. Clotfelter, Esquire, Petiti
preme Court I.D. No. 72963
5021 E. Trindle Road, Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 786-1933 facsimile
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 07-7490
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this Wklday of June, 2009, the undersigned hereby certifies that a true and
DIANA M. SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
correct copy of the foregoing PETITIONER'S MOTION TO MAKE RULE ABSOLUTE was
served upon the opposing party by United States First Class Mail, postage prepaid:
Jessica C.D. Holst, Esquire
MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Felipe Rodriguez, III
1418 Bradley Drive
Apartment E-211
Carlisle, PA 17013
Respectfully submitted,
LAW FIRM OF LINDA A. CLOTFELTER
By:
L da A. Clotfelter, Esquire, Petiti
orney ID No. 72963
5021 East Trindle Road, Suite 100
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-1930 telephone
(717) 796-1933 facsimile
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DIANA M. SHEAFFER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. : NO. 07-7490
FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ, III, : CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER
AND NOW this day of J ti I , 2009, upon consideration of the
Motion to Make Rule Absolute filed in this matter on the Petition to Withdraw Appearance filed
by Linda A. Clotfelter, Esquire, it is hereby ORDERED and DECREED that said Motion is
granted and that Linda A. Clotfelter's appearance in this proceeding on behalf of the Defendant,
Felipe P. Rodriguez is hereby terminated.
BY THE COURT:
Distribution:
./inda A. Clotfelter, Esquire, 5021 E. Trindle Road, Suite 100, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050,
Attorney for Defendant
*4-e"'ssica C.D. Holst, Esquire, MidPenn Legal Services, 401 E. Louther Street, Carlisle, PA 17013,
Attorney for Plaintiff
/lipe Rodriguez, 1418 Bradley Drive, Apt. # E-211, C lis e, PA 17013
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW this 2 5 day of November 2008, upon consideration of the attached Custody
Conciliation Report, it is Ordered and Directed as follows:
1. The prior Orders of Court regarding the above-captioned matter are hereby VACATED.
2. Legal Custody: The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, and the Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, shall have
shared legal custody of Javan Rodriguez, born 4/17/2006. The parties shall have an equal right
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 of 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.
3. Physical Custody: The Mother and the Father shall share physical custody of Javan on a week
on/week off basis from Sunday 7:00 pm until the following Sunday at 7:00 pm. The non-
custodial parent shall pick the Child up at the other parent's residence on Sunday at 7:00 pm.
The parties may alter said schedule/arrangements by mutual agreement.
4. Holidays: The parties shall arrange holidays pursuant to the attached holiday schedule absent
mutual agreement otherwise.
5. During any periods of custody or visitation, the parties shall not possess or use illegal
substances or consume/be under the influence of alcoholic beverages to the point of
intoxication. The parties shall likewise assure, to the extent possible, that other household
members and/or house guests comply with this provision.
6. The non-custodial parent shall be entitled to have reasonable liberal telephone contact with the
Child.
7. Any individual transporting the subject Child shall be properly licensed, not under the influence
of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substances and shall use appropriate child restraints.
8. Each parent shall have one week (seven consecutive days) of vacation with the Child per year.
The requesting parent shall give the other parent 30 days advance notice of the requested time
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and this vacation week shall supersede the regular physical custody schedule. In the event the
parties schedule conflicting vacations, the party first providing written notice shall have the
choice of vacation. Prior to departure, the parties will provide each other with information
regarding the intended vacation destination and a telephone number at which they can be
reached during their vacation. Should the requesting party's vacation take place during the
other party's custodial period, the non-vacationing party shall be entitled to a "make-up"
custodial period the following week. The parties may expand this vacation time by mutual
agreement.
9. Neither party may say or do anything nor permit a third party to do or say 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. To the extent possible, both parties shall not allow third parties disparage the other
parent in the presence of the Child.
10. In the event of a medical emergency, the custodial party shall notify the other parties as soon as
practicable after the emergency is handled.
11. This Order is entered pursuant to a Custody Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify
the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of
this Order shall control.
Distribution:
Linda Clotfelter, Esq.
Jessica Holst, Esq.
John J. Mangan, Esq.
By the Court,
HOLIDAYS AND
SPECIAL DAYS TIlVIIJS ODD
YEARS EVEN
YEARS
Easter Da 1 S Half From 9 am until 3 m Father Mother
Easter Da 2° Half From 3 m until 9 m Mother Father
Memorial Da From 9 am until 9 m Mother Father
-Independence Da From 9 am until 9 m Father Mother
Labor Da From 9 am until 9 m Mother Father
Halloween From one hour before trick or
treating to one hour after trick or
treating Father Mother
Thanksgiving 1St
Half From 8 am Thanksgiving Day to 2
m on Thanksgiving Da Father Mother
Thanksgiving 2°
half From 2 pm on Thanksgiving Day to
noon the day after Thanksgiving Da Mother Father
Christmas 1 S Half From noon on 12/24 to noon on
12/25 Father Mother
Christmas 2 Half From noon on 12/25 to noon on
12/26 Mother Father
New Year's From 6 pm 12/31 until noon January
1St (with the 12/31 year to control the
even/odd determination) Mother Father
Mother's Day 1 From 9 am until 9 m Mother Mother
Father's Day I From 9 am until 9 m Father Father
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
1915.3-8(b), the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information pertaining to the Child who is the subject of this litigation is
as follows:
Name Date of Birth Currently in the Custody of
Javan Rodriguez 4/17/06 Primary-Mother
2. An Order of Court was issued on December 31, 2007 regarding a petition for special
relief, a Conciliation Conference was held with regard to this matter on January 16, 2008, an Order
was issued March 8, 2008, an updated conference was held July 29, 2008, an Order issued August 1,
2008 and a status conference was held November 21, 2008 with the following individuals in
attendance:
The Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, with her counsel, Jessica Holst, Esquire
The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, III, Linda Clotfelter, Esq.
3. The parties agreed to the entry of an Order in the form as attached.
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Custody Conciliator
Dianna M. Sheaffer,
Plaintiff
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Felipe P. Rodriguez,
Defendant
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The petition of Dianna Sheaffer, by her attorneys, the Family Law Clinic, respectfully
represents that on November 25, 2008, an Order of Court was entered for custody of Javan
Rodriquez, born April 17, 2006, a true and correct copy of which is attached. Under the existing
Order, Mother and Father share legal and physical custody of the child. Shared physical custody
shall be exercised on a week on/week off basis from Sunday 7:00 pm until the following Sunday at
7 p.m.
2. This Order should be modified because:
a. The child, who is 4 years old, will be starting school in the fall of 2011 and the current
order will no long be practical.
b. Father has not been exercising his periods of partial custody and has been arbitrary is his
decision to spend time with the child since the child's birth.
c. Upon information and belief, Father does not have a current driver's license and cannot
transport the child to or from school.
d. Upon information and belief, Father does not have a permanent residence at this time
and does not have a residence to take the child when he exercises his rights of custody.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner asks that the Court modify the existing Order for Custody and
limit Father's periods of physical custody because it will be in the best interest of the child.
Date: 4(S 1 11
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M. PLACE
ROBER E. RAINS
LUCY JOHNSTON-WALSH
ANNE MACDONALD-FOX
MEGAN RIESMEYER
Supervising Attorneys
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in this petition are true and correct. I understand that false
statements herein are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. § 4904 relating to unsworn falsification
to authorities.
Date:
ianna Sheaffer
DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER' W?NKV? I 140V Z 4 2008 Plaintiff IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
• No. 07-7490 CIVIL, ACTION LAW
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, III,
Defendant IN CUSTODY
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
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ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW this 2 5' da
Conciliation R 4 y of November 2008, upon consideration of the
eport, it is Ordered and Directed as follows: attached Custody
1 • The Prior Orders of Court regarding
the above-captioned matter are hereby VACATED.
2• Leal Custody: The Father, Felipe Rodriguez
shared legal Custody of Javan Rodri ' and the Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, s
to make all y BIZ, born 4/17/2006. Thep es hall have
major non-emergency decisions affecting the Cad's garti shall an
eneral well-being have equal right
but not limited to, all decisions regarding including
terms of 23 Pa.C.S. §5309, each ding his health, education and religion. '
Parent shall be entitled to all r Pursuant to the
information
Pertaining to the Child including, but not limited to, medical, dental, ords lidglFo or school
records, the residence address of the Child and of the other parent. To the extent
possession of any such records or informatio one parent has
or copies thereof, with the other anent win, that parent shall be required to share the same
Parent within such reasonable time as to make the reco and
information of reasonable use to the other parent.
rds
3• Physical Custody: The Mother and the Father shall Javan
on/week off basis from Sunday 7:00 pm until thllOw ne physical custody of pnL. The on a week
custodial parent shall pick the Child up at the other parents ressiideIICe at
on Sunda The non-
The parties may alter said schedule/arrangements by mutual y at 7:00 pm,
agreement.
4• Hoida.,vs: The parties shall arrange holidays pursuant to the attached holiday schedule absent
mutual agreement otherwise.
5.
Dig any periods of custody or visitatio
substances or consume/be parties shall not possess or use illegal
under the influence of alcoholic beverages to the point of
intoxication. The
parties shall likewise assure, to the extent
members and/or house guests comply with this provision. possible, that other household
6. The non-custodial
Child. parent shall be entitled to have reasonable liberal telephone contact with the
7 Any individual transporting the subject Child shall be properly lice
of alcohol or non prescribed controlled substances and
shall use aPPropnatet chunder ild restras ence
8• Each parent shall have One week (seven consecutive days) of vacation
The requesting parent shall give the other parent 30 days advance otice f the e Cad per year.
requested time
and this vacation week shall supersede the regular physical custody schedule. In the event the
parties schedule conflicting vacations, the
choice of vacation, prior to d per' first providing written notice shall have the
eparture, the parties will provide each other with information
regarding the intended vacation destination and a telephone number at which the can be
reached during their vacation. Should the r ue ?
other party's custodial ? Party's vacation take place during the
custodial period, the non-vacationing part' shall be entitled to a "make-up"
agreement period the following week. The parties may expand this vacation time by mutual
9• Neither party may say or do anything nor permit a third Party to do or say anything estrange the Child from the other Y Y?g that may
or may hamper the free and party, or injure the opinion of the Child as to the other party,
Party. To the extent natural development of the Child's love or affection for the other
possible, both parties shall not allow third parties disparage the other
Parent in the presence of the Child.
10. In the event of a medical emergency, the custodial party shall notify the other
practicable after the emergency is handled. Parties as soon as
11. This order's entered pursuant to a Custody Conciliation Conference. The
the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence re mutual consent may modify
this Order shall control. t; the terms of
By the Court,
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Distribution:
Linda Clotfelter, Esq.
Jessica Holst, Esq.
John J. Mangan, Esq.
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Testimony whereat, I here unto set my ham
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DIANNA MAE SHEAFFER,
Plaintiff
V.
FELIPE PETE RODRIGUEZ, a
Defendant
Prior Judge: J. Wesley Oler, Jr., J.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 07-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCII,IATION SKAUKARY REPORT
W ACCORDANCE MM CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF
1915.3-8(b), the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report CIM PROCEDURE
1 • The pertinent information pertaining to the Child who is the subject of this li tigation is
as follows:
Name Date of Birth
Javan Rodriguez 4/17/06 Currently in the Custody of
Primary-Mother
2. An Order of Court was issued on December 31, 2007 regarding a petition for special
relief, a Conciliation conference was held with regard to this matter on January 16, 2008, an Order
was issued March 8, 2008, an updated conference was held July 29, 2008, an Order issued August 1,
2008 and a status conference was held November 21, 2008 with the following individuals in
attendance:
The Mother, Dianna Sheaffer, with her counsel, Jessica Holst, Esquire
The Father, Felipe Rodriguez, III, Linda, Clotfelter, Esq.
3. The parties agreed to the entry of an Order in the form as attached.
Date
John J M. Esquire
Custody Conciliator
Dianna M. Sheaffer,
Plaintiff
V.
Felipe P. Rodrigues
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
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PRAECIPE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
To the Prothonotary:
Kindly allow Dianne M. Sheaffer, Plaintiff, to proceed in forma pauperis.
The Family Law Clinic, attorneys for the party proceeding in forma pauperis, certifies
that we believe the party is unable to pay the costs and that we are providing free legal service to
the party.
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Respectfull ubmitted,
Kelly s
Cert a Legal Intern
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THO M M- L4/ PLACE
ANNE MA DONALD-FOX
Supervising Attorneys
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-243-2968
717-243-3639
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Dianna M. Sheaffer
Plaintiff,
v.
Felipe P. Rodriguez, III
Defendant.
No. 07-7490
IN CUSTODY
WITHDRAWAL AND ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF SAID COURT:
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Kindly withdraw my appearance of attorney of record for the Plaintiff, Dianna M.
Sheaffer, in the above-named matter.
submitted by:
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MidPenn Legal Services
401 E. Louther Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717)243-9400
Kindly enter my appearance as attorney of record on behalf of the Plaintiff, Dianna M.
Sheaffer, in the above-named matter.
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Respectfully submitted by:
Kell s
Ce fied Legal Intern
ANN AC LNA
THOMAS M. PLACE
THE FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-296
(717) 243-3639
DIANNA M. SHEAFFER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. 2007-7490 CIVIL ACTION LAW = °
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FELIPE P. RODRIGUEZ
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ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Friday, April 08, 2011 upon consideration of the attach ed Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before John J. Mangan, Jr., Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 2:30 PM
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: /s/ ohn . Man an r. 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.
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Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
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Dianna M. Sheatt6r,
Plaintiff 2r'! 1 DEC 19 Phi 12: 51
V. CUMBERLAND COUON FY
PENNSYLVANIA
Felipe P. Rodriquez,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
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NO. 07 - 74x9 CIVIL TERM
CUSTODY AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 10 day of n 1 U4 _, 2011, between Dianna
Sheaffer, hereinafter Mother, and Felipe Rodriquez, hereinafter Father, concerns the custody of
their child: Javan Rodriguez, born April 17, 2006.
Mother and Father desire to enter into an agreement as to the custody of the child.
Mother and Father agree to the following.
1. Mother and Father shall share legal custody of the child.
2. Mother and Father shall have shared physical custody of the child.
3. Mother will have custody of the Child every Sunday from 8:00 p.m. to Friday at 6:00
p.m.
4. Father will have custody of the Child every Friday from 6:00 p.m. to Sunday at 8:00
p.m.
5. Mother and Father will agree upon transportation of the Child during periods of
partial custody.
6. Mother and Father will follow the holiday schedule contained in the November 25,
2008 Order.
7. Mother and Father will notify each other of all medical care the child receives while
in the parent's care. Mother and Father will notify the other immediately of medical
emergencies which arise while the child is in that parent's care.
8. Neither parent will do anything which may estrange the child from the other party, or
injure the opinion of the child as to the other parent or which may hamper the free
and natural development of the child's love and respect for the other parent.
9. Father acknowledges that the Family Law Clinic represented only Mother's interest
in this matter and has given him no legal advice other than that he should seek the
advice of legal counsel.
10. Any modifications to this agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.
11. The parties intend to be bound by the terms of this agreement and intend for this
Agreement to be made an Order of Court, superseding all prior Orders entered in this
matter.
Dianne . Sheaffer, Plaintiff
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MICHAEL C. MULL
Certified Legal Intern
Counsel for Plaintiff
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MEGAN RTVSMEYER
Counsel for Plaintiff
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717)243-2968
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Dianna M. Sheaffer, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
Felipe P. Rodriquez,
Defendant NO. 07 - 7479 CIVIL TERM
ACCEPTANCE OF SERVICE
I accept service of the Custody Agreement.
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Dianna M. Sheaffer, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
Felipe P. Rodriquez,
Defendant NO. 07 - 7479 CIVIL TERM
ACCEPTANCE OF SERVICE
I accept service of the Petition to Modify Custody Complaint.
Date
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DIANNA M. SHEAFFER,
PLAINTIFF
V.
FELIPE P. RODRIQUEZ,
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 07-7490 CIVIL
IN RE: CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 20th day of December, 2011, upon consideration of the attached
Custody Agreement filed in the Prothonotary's Office on December 19, 2011,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED AND DIRECTED that the aforementioned agreement
is now made an Order of Court and the parties shall be bound by the terms of the
agreement.
By the Court,
M. L. Ebert, Jr., J.
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45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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