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ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
VS.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. as l 41'23Y Civil Term
ACTION IN DIVORCE
NOTICE TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
You have been sued in Court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take prompt action. You! are warned that if you fail to do so, the case
may proceed without you and a decree of divorce or lannulment may be entered against you by the
Court. A judgment may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief requested in
these papers by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you,
including custody or visitation of your children.
Where the ground for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the
marriage, you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available at the
Office of the Prothonotary, Cumberland County Courthouse.
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF PROPERTY,
LAWYER'S FEES AND EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR ANNULMENT IS
GRANTED, YOU MAY LOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM THEM.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO, OR TELEPHONE, THE
OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 249-3166
ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
vs.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 06-/473P Civil Term
ACTION IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
COUNT I - DIVORCE
1. Plaintiff is Alicia M. Altizer, a competent adult individual, who has resided at 1102
Pine Road, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, 17015 since July 1, 2006.
2. Defendant is Brandon L. Altizer, a competent adult individual, who resides at 1838
Ritner Highway, Shippensburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, 17257.
3. Plaintiff and Defendant have been bona fide residents of the Commonwealth for at
least 6 months immediately previous to the filing of this Complaint.
4. The Plaintiff and the Defendant were married on September 26, 2005 in York County,
South Carolina.
5. There have been no prior actions of divorce or for annulment between the parties.
6. Plaintiff has been advised that counseling is available and that plaintiff may have the
right to request that the court require the parties to participate in counseling.
7. Plaintiff and Defendant have one child together, namely, Kayla Marie Altizer, date of
birth, May 27, 2005.
8. Plaintiff and Defendant are both citizens of the United States of America.
9. Neither Plaintiff or Defendant are a member of the Armed Forces of the United States
of any of its allies.
10. The Plaintiff avers that the grounds on which this action is based are: That the
marriage is irretrievably broken.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to enter a decree in divorce.
COUNT 11 - CUSTODY
11. Sections 1. - 10. are herein incorporated by reference.
12. The parties are the natural parents of Kayla Marie Altizer, date of birth, May 27,
2005.
13. The parties have been unable to enter a custody stipulation in writing.
14. A custody complaint is being filed contemporaneously with this complaint.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays this Honorable Court, to enter a custody Order regarding
the child.
Respectfully submitted,
Date: G/ 1 7 0,&
J Adams, Esquire v
No. 79465
64 South Pitt Street
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
VERIFICATION
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 unworn
falsification to authorities.
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
VS.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
1. Plaintiff is Alicia M. Altizer, who currently resides at 1102 Pine Road, Carilsle,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, 17015.
2. Defendant is Brandon L. Altizer, who currently resides at 1838 Rimer Highway,
Shippensburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania,, 17257.
3. Plaintiff is the mother of the following child and seeks a custody order regarding the
following child:
NAME DOB/AGE ADDRESS
Kayla M. Altizer 5/27/05(l) 1102 Pine Rd.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
Mother and Father married on September 26, 2005. Mother currently has primary
physical custody of the child.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. Gi t, 4r\3 $ Civil Tenn
ACTION IN DIVORCE
CUSTODY COMPLAINT
During the past five years, the child has resided with the following persons and at the
following addresses:
NAME
ADDRESSES
DATES
Brandon L. Altizer
Alicia M. Altizer
Alicia M. Altizer
Jorme Miller
and Robert W. Miller
Maternal great-grandparents
1838 Ritner Highway
Shippensburg,' Pa. 17257
1102 Pine Road
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
birth - 7/1/06
7/1/06 - present
The mother of the child is Alicia M. Altizer. She currently resides at 1102 Pine Road,
Carlisle, Pa. 17013. She is rparried to Brandon L. Altizer.
The father the child is Brandon L. Altizer. He currently resides at 1838 Rimer Highway,
Shippensburg, Pa. 17257. He is married to Alicia M. Altizer.
4. The relationship of plaintiff to the children is that of Mother. The Plaintiff currently
resides with her grandparents.
5. The relationship of defendant to the child is that of Father. The Defendant currently
resides alone.
6. 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.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody, proceeding concerning the child pending in a
court of this Commonwealth.
Plaintiff does not know of a party to the proceedings who has physical custody of the
child or anyone who claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the child.
7. The best interest and permanent welfare of the child will be served by granting the
relief requested because: The parties separated on Euly 1.2006. Since that time, the mother
8. Each parent whose parental rights to the child have not been terminated and the person
who has physical custody of the child has been named as parties to this action.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to enter a custody order regarding the child.
Respectfully submitted,
Date: V// -)/D'(0
ane Adams, Esquire
T.D. No. 79465
64 South Pitt Street
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
;ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in this Custody Complaint are true and correct. I
understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.5. §4904
relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
Date: 8)15)0(,#
Ali is A Altizer, Plam? tiff
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. : No. 06 - 4738 Civil Term
BRANDON L. ALTIZER, ACTION IN DIVORCE
Defendant
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this August 29, 2006, I, Jane Adams, Esquire, hereby certify that
on August 25, 2006, a certified true copy of the NOTICE TO DEFEND, DIVORCE
COMPLAINT AND CUSTODY COMPLAINT were served, via certified mail, return receipt
requested, addressed to:
Brandon Altizer
1806 Ritner Highway
Shippensburg, Pa. 17257
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER
DEFENDANT
06-4738 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Tuesday, August 22, 2006 , 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 Thursday, September 21, 2006 at 9:30 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/ acgueUne M. Verney, 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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IN THE COURT OF COMMON
ALICIA M. ALTIZER, PaAS_OE___?
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-4738 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this I Uk day of p y? , 2006, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conci iation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. A Hearing is scheduled in Court Room No. a , of the Cumberland
County Court House, on the 74- day of Oft j &, ., 2006, at T y5
o'clock, A. M., at which time testimony will be taken. For purposes of this Hearing,
the Mother 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 effect:
3. The Mother, Alicia M. Altizer, and the Father, Brandon L. Altizer shall
have shared legal custody of Kayla M. Altizer, born May 27, 2005. 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 her 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 of the child on the following
schedule:
A. Father shall have alternating weekends from Friday at 7:00 a.m. to Monday at
4:30 p.m.
B. Father shall have physical custody of the child every Monday through Friday
from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
C. Mother shall have physical custody at all other times except as set forth
hereinafter or otherwise agreed by the parties.
5. Holidays:
A. Thanksgiving shall be divided into two blocks. Block A shall be from
Thursday at 7:00 a.m. to Friday at 7:00 a.m. Block B shall be from Friday at
7:00 a.m. to Monday at 7:00 a.m. Father shall have Block A in even
numbered years and Block B in odd numbered years. Mother shall have
Block A in odd numbered years and Block B in even numbered years.
B. Christmas shall be divided into two blocks. Block A shall be from 12:00 noon
Christmas Eve to 12:00 noon on Christmas Day. Block B shall be from
Christmas Day at 12:00 noon to December 26 at 12:00 noon. Mother shall
have Block A in even numbered years and Block B in odd numbered years.
Father shall have Block A in odd numbered years and Block B in even
numbered years.
C. Easter shall be shared as agreed by the parties.
D. Mother shall have physical custody of the child on Mother's Day and Father
shall have physical custody of the child on Father's Day, both at times agreed
by the parties.
E. Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day shall be alternated by the parties at
times as agreed. Mother shall have Memorial Day in 2007 and the parties
shall alternate these holidays thereafter.
6. Each party shall be entitled to two non-consecutive weeks during the year
provided they give the other party at least 30 days prior notice. In the event that the child
is to be taken from the jurisdiction, the custodial party shall provide a telephone number
and location where the child may be located.
7. The parties may modify this Order by
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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Edgar B. B
cc c e darns, Esquire, counsel for Mother
7eslie Tomeo Esquire, counsel for Father
In the absence of
P.J.
ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
V.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: None
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2006-4738 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:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Kayla M. Altizer May 27, 2005
Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held September 22, 2006 with the
following individuals in attendance: The Mother, Alicia M. Altizer, with her counsel,
Jane Adams, Esquire, and the Father, Brandon L. Altizer, with his counsel, Leslie Tomeo,
Esquire.
3. Mother's position on custody is as follows: Mother seeks shared legal and
shared physical custody, with Father having alternating weekends, Friday morning to
Monday afternoon, and every weekday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This schedule fits
into the parties work schedules and avoids the need for daycare.
4. Father's position on custody is as follows: Father seeks shared legal and
shared physical custody with the parties having a 3 day on/4 day off alternating schedule.
Father objects to Mother's suggestion because it does not provide him with more than
three overnights in a 14-day period.
5. The Conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached scheduling
a Hearing and granting the parents shared legal custody, and shared physical custody on
Mother's suggested schedule. It is expected that the Hearing will require one-half day.
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Custody Conciliator
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
DEFENDANT 06-4738 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of December, 2006, upon agreement of
counsel, the hearing currently scheduled for December 27, 2006, is cancelled and
rescheduled to Thursday, February 15, 2007, at 8:45 a.m., in Courtroom Number 2,
Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
By the Court,
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Edgar B. Bayley,
/ne Adams, Esquire
For Plaintiff
?Karl Rominger, Esquire
For Defendant
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
V.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2006 - 4738 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE
AND NOW comes the Plaintiff/Petitioner, Alicia M. Altizer, by and through her
attorney, Jane Adams, and respectfully represents the following:
1. Plaintiff is Alicia M. Altizer, (hereinafter referred to as "Mother").
2. Defendant is Brandon L. Altizer, (hereinafter referred to as "Father"); he is represented
by Karl Rominger, Esquire.
3. The parties are the natural parents of one child, namely, Kayla Marie Altizer, date of
birth, May 27, 2005.
4. A custody conciliation was held on September 21, 2006, before Jacqueline Verney,
Esquire.
5. A custody order was entered on October 10, 2006.
6. The parties have been operating under the prior Order since October 2006. Counsel
for Mother is hopeful that the parties might be able to resolve this matter without a hearing.
7. Mother is requesting that the hearing scheduled before this Honorable Court be
continued and that this matter be referred to the conciliator.
8. Opposing counsel, Karl Rominger, was contacted regarding this request and concurs
in this request.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, Alicia M. Altizer, respectfully requests that this Honorable
Court grant her requested continuance and refer this matter to conciliation.
Date: ? . ?? ,
Respectfully submitted,
e Adams, Esquire
. No. 79465
64 South Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
ATTORNEY FOR
MOTHER
ALICIA M. ALTIZER
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this February 8, 2007, I, Jane Adams, Attorney for Mother, Alicia M.
Altizer, hereby certify that a copy of Mother's MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE has been duly
served upon the Father's Counsel by placing such in the custody of the United States Postal
Service, via certified mail, postage pre-paid addressed to:
Karl Rominger, Esquire
155 S. Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
ATTORNEY FOR FATHER
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64 South Hanover St.
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
V.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
AND NOW, this t3
ORDERED and DECREED:
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2006 - 4738 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
day of 11Z
2007, it is hereby
1. The hearing scheduled in the above-captioned matter in Courtroom No. 2, of
the Cumberland County Courthouse, on February 15, 2007, shall be continued
generally.
2. This matter shall be referred to the conciliator, who shall schedule a
conciliation at the earliest possible date.
3. Pending further Order of Court, or mutual agreement of the parties, the prior
Order of October 10, 2006 shall remain in effect.
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Xarl Rominger, Esquire
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-4738 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The prior Orders of Court dated October 10, 2006 and February 13, 2007
are hereby vacated.
2. The Mother, Alicia M. Altizer, and the Father, Brandon L. Altizer shall
have shared legal custody of Kayla M. Altizer, born May 27, 2005. 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 her 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.
3. The parties shall share physical custody of the child on the following
schedule:
A. Mother shall always have physical custody of the child on Wednesday from
6:30 p.m. to Saturday at 7:00 a.m.
B. Father shall always have physical custody of the child on Monday from 7:00
a.m. to Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
C. The parties shall alternate weekends from Saturday at 7:00 a.m. to Monday at
7:00 a.m.
4. Holidays:
A. Thanksgiving shall be divided into two blocks. Block A shall be from
Thursday at 7:00 a.m. to Friday at 7:00 a.m. Block B shall be from Friday at
7:00 a.m. to Monday at 7:00 a.m. Father shall have Block A in even
numbered years and Block B in odd numbered years. Mother shall have
Block A in odd numbered years and Block B in even numbered years.
B. Christmas shall be divided into two blocks. Block A shall be from 12:00 noon
Christmas Eve to 12:00 noon on Christmas Day. Block B shall be from
Christmas Day at 12:00 noon to December 26 at 12:00 noon. Mother shall
have Block A in even numbered years and Block B in odd numbered years.
Father shall have Block A in odd numbered years and Block B in even
numbered years.
C. Easter shall be shared as agreed by the parties.
D. Mother shall have physical custody of the child on Mother's Day and Father
shall have physical custody of the child on Father's Day, both at times agreed
by the parties.
E. Memorial Day, July 4`" and Labor Day shall be alternated by the parties at
times as agreed. Mother shall have Memorial Day in 2007 and the parties
shall alternate these holidays thereafter.
5. Each party shall be entitled to two non-consecutive weeks during the year
provided they give the other party at least 30 days prior notice. In the event that the child
is to be taken from the jurisdiction, the custodial party shall provide a telephone number
and location where the child may be located.
6. The parties shall share transportation such that all exchanges shall be
made at Joanne Miller's (maternal grandmother) home, on Pine Road in Mt Holly
Springs, Pennsylvania.
7. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement at a Custody Conciliation
Conference. The parties may modify this Order by mutual consent./ the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY THE C
Edgar B. Bayley, P.J.
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Michael Palermo, Esquire, counsel for Father ,cz,4 ?1- / ' 6
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-4738 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
PRIOR JUDGE: Edgar B. Bayley, P.J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Kayla M. Altizer May 27, 2005 shared
2. A Conciliation Conference was held April 12, 2007 with the following
individuals in attendance: The Mother, Alicia M. Altizer, with her counsel, Jane Adams,
Esquire, and the Father, Brandon L. Altizer, with his counsel, Michael Palermo, Esquire.
3. The Honorable Edgar B. Bayley previously entered Orders of Court dated
October 10, 2006 and February 13, 2007 providing for shared legal and shared physical
custody.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
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Date
ac eline M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. : No. 06 - 4738 Civil Term
BRANDON L. ALTIZER, ACTION IN DIVORCE
Defendant
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A complaint in divorce under section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on August 17, 2006.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have elapsed from the
date of the filing and service of the Complaint.
the decree.
I consent to the entry of a final decree of divorce after service of notice of intention to request entry of
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I also understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 4904, relating to unworn falsification to
authorities.
Date: 10 - 2 3-09-
Brandon . Alt' Defendant
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION
TO REQUEST ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
UNDER 43301(c) AND 63301(4) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to entry of a final decree of divorce without notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees or expenses
if I do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the Court and that a copy of
the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit 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.
Date: 0,-23.0 a-
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
vs.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: No. 06 - 4738 Civil Term
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
2006.
ACTION IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A complaint in divorce under section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on August 17,
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have elapsed
from the date of the filing and service of the Complaint.
3. 1 consent to the entry of a final decree of divorce after service of notice of intention to request
entry of the decree.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I also understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 4904, relating to unsworn
falsification to-authorities.
Date: 10 • a3
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is a M. Altizer, Plai iff
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION
TO REQUEST ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
UNDER §3301(c) AND §3301(d) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. 1 consent to entry of a final decree of divorce without notice.
2. 1 understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees or
expenses if I do not claim them before a divorce Is granted.
3. 1 understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the Court and that
a copy of the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit 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.
Date: ((). 2,'2 Wi6il M. Altizer, Plainti
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER,
Plaintiff
vs.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: No. 06 - 4738 Civil Term
: ACTION IN DIVORCE
PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD
TO THE PROTHONOTARY: Please transmit the record, together with the following
information to the Court for entry of a divorce decree:
1. Ground for divorce: irretrievable breakdown under §3301(c) of the Divorce Code.
2. Date and manner of the service of the Complaint: Certified mail, restricted delivery,
return receipt requested, received on August 25, 2006.
3. Date of execution of the affidavit of consent required by 3301(c) of the Divorce Code:
By Plaintiff: October 23, 2007
By Defendant: October 23, 2007
4. Related claims pending: None.
5. Date Defendant's Waiver of Notice in §3301(c) Divorce was filed with the
Prothonotary: October 25, 2007
Date Plaintiffs Waiver of Notice in §3301(c) Divorce was filed with the
Prothonotary: October 25, 2007
Date: `D ov 6 -)
Respectfully Submi ed:
e Adams, Esquire
I . No. 79465
64 S. Pitt Street
Carlisle, Pa. 17013
(717) 245-8508
Attorney for Plaintiff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
STATE OF PENNA.
Alicia M. Altizer, Plaintiff
No. 06 - 4738 Civil Term
No.
VERSUS
Brandon L. Altizer, Defendant
DECREE IN
DIVORCE
AND NOW, IT IS ORDERED AND
Alicia M. Altizer
DECREED THAT
Brandon L. Altizer
AND
ARE DIVORCED FROM THE BONDS OF MATRIMONY.
, PLAINTIFF,
, DEFENDANT,
THE COURT RETAINS JURISDICTION OF THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS WHICH HAVE
BEEN RAISED OF RECORD IN THIS ACTION FOR WHICH A FINAL ORDER HAS NOT
YET BEEN ENTERED;
None.
BY TH&r-OURT:
ATTEST: J
PROTHONOTARY
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS c7
Plaintiff
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANfa _
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BRANDON L. ALTIZER, CIVIL ACTIOT? -LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY'
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AND NOW, comes Brandon L. Altizer, by anal through his counsel, Karl E. Rominger,
Esquire, and in support of his Petition, avers as followsk
1. Petitioner is Brandon L. Altizer, v ho resides at 1838 Ritner Highway,
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania 17257.
2. Respondent is Alicia M. Altizer, wh? resides at 1102 Pine Road, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania 17013.
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MODIFY CUSTODY ORDER
3. On April 17, 2007, the Honorable Edgir B. Bayley entered an Order of Court,
attached as Exhibit "A".
4. Since the entry of said Order, there has been a significant change in circumstances
in that:
a) The child has reached school age and *hool begins this coming fall. Mother is
unilaterally enrolling the child in a school of her choice against the wishes of
father, and over his objection.
b) Father is better able than Mother to act 4s primary custodian, and the same is now
in the child's best interest.
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5. The best interest of the child will be served by the Court modifying said Order.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays this Court to grant the modification of the Court Order of
April 17, 2001, as follows: Petitioner is granted prim?ry physical custody of Kayla M. Altizer,
with, Mother having periods of partial custody.
COUNT II
6. Mother is in contempt of the previous
a. Mother is unilaterally making
b. Mother has changed the
without consulting father or
7. Father is entitled to an Order restraining Mother, as well as a finding of contempt.
8. Father is owed counsel fees for this contempt petition.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that this I onorable Court find the Respondent in
contempt of a Court Order and grant all proper andl just relief, including make-up time and
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attorney fees regarding this Petition.
Re pectfully submitted,
ROninger & Associates
Date:
Order as follows:
decisions.
care physician and insurance information
informing him.
KAI E. Rominger, Esquire
15 South Hanover Street
C lisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 81924
Att rney for Defendant
ALICIA M. ALTIZER, IN THE COUNT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 2006-473 CIVIL TERM
BRANDON L. ALTIZER, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
VERIFICATI N
I verify that I am the petitioner and that the statements made in the foregoing Petition are
true and correct. I understand that false statements her?in are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa. C. S. § 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: y-J?"?
ALICIA M. ALTIZER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 2006-473 CIVIL TERM
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BRANDON L. ALTIZER, CIVIL ACTIO - LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
I, Karl E. Rominger, Esquire, attorney for
served a copy of the Petition to Modify and Contempt
the United States Mail, first class postage prepaid,
follows:
Date:
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itioner, do hereby certify that I this day
lupon the following by depositing same in
at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, addressed as
Jane Adams, Es ire
17 West South eet
Carlisle, PA 17t3
Respectfully submitted,
R minger & Associates
K E. Rominger, Esquire
15 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Su reme Court ID # 81924
Attmey for Defendant
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-038 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of , 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliatio Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The prior Orders of Court dated October 10, 2006 and February 13, 2007
are hereby vacated.
2. The Mother, Alicia M. Altizer, and
have shared legal custody of Kayla M. Altizer, bo
have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with tb
emergency decisions affecting the Child's general
to, all decisions regarding her health, education ar
Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all
the child including, but not limited to medical, de
residence address of the child and the other parem
possession of any such records or information, tla
same, or copies thereof, with the other parent witt
records and information of reasonable use to the c
entitled to full participation in all educational and
and evaluations with regard to the minor child. E
complete information from any physician, dentist
reports given to them as parents including, but no
certificates, school or educational attendance recc
parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any nc
regard to school pictures, extracurricular activitie
presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
the Father, Brandon L. Altizer shall
n May 27, 2005. Each parent shall
other parent, to make all major non-
well-being including, but not limited
d religion. Pursuant to the terms of 23
records and information pertaining to
ital, religious or school records, the
. To the extent one parent has
t parent shall be required to share the
in such reasonable time as to make the
ther parent. Both parents shall be
medical/treatment planning meetings
tch parent shall be entitled to full and
teacher or authority and copies of any
limited to: medical records, birth
rds or report cards. Additionally, each
,tices which come from school with
,, children's parties, musical
3. The parties shall share physical custody of the child on the following
schedule:
A. Mother shall always have physical cu?tody of the child on Wednesday from
6:30 p.m. to Saturday at 7:00 a.m.
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B
C.
D.
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B. Father shall always have physical custody of the child on Monday from 7:00
a.m. to Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
C. The parties shall alternate weekends from Saturday at 7:00 a.m. to Monday at
7:00 a.m.
4. Holidays:
Thanksgiving shall be divided into two
Thursday at 7:00 am. to Friday at 7:00
7:00 a.m. to Monday at 7:00 a.m. Fath,
numbered years and Block B in odd nu
Block A in odd numbered years and BI,
Christmas shall be divided into two blo
Christmas Eve to 12:00 noon on Christi
Christmas Day at 12:00 noon to Decem
have Block A in even numbered years a
Father shall have Block A in odd numb
numbered years.
Easter shall be shared as agreed by the 1
Mother shall have physical custody of f
shall have physical custody of the child
by the parties.
Memorial Day, July 4s' and Labor Day
times as agreed. Mother shall have Mel
shall alternate these holidays thereafter.
ocks. Block A shall be from
m. Block B shall be from Friday at
shall have Block A in even
xred years. Mother shall have
k B in even numbered years.
s. Block A shall be from 12:00 noon
is Day. Block B shall be from
r 26 at 12:00 noon. Mother shall
i Block B in odd numbered years.
;d years and Block B in even
child on Mother's Day and Father
. Father's Day, both at times agreed
be alternated by the parties at
a Day in 2007 and the parties
5. Each party shall be entitled to two non-consecutive weeks during the year
provided they give the other party at least 30 days p 'or notice. In the event that the child
is to be taken from the jurisdiction, the custodial party shall provide a telephone number
and location where the child may be located.
6. The parties shall share transportation such that all exchanges shall be
made at Joanne Miller's (maternal grandmother) home, on Pine Road in Mt Holly
Springs, Pennsylvania.
7. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement at a Custody Conciliation
Conference. The parties may modify this Order by teal consent. the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. ?-?
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Bayley, P.J.
Edgar I.
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER
2006-4738 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
DF,FF:NI)ANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, _ Wednesday, April 14, 2010 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 Thursday, May 06, 2010 at 9:30 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: /s/ ac ueline 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
FORTII BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff :CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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BRANDON L. ALTIZER, .
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this ~ day of , 2010, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Concil' ion Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. A Hearing is scheduled in Court oo No. .S , of the Cumberland
County Court House, on the /~ day of , 2010, at /.' 3 ~
o'clock, ~. M., at which time testimony will a tak n. For 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 five days prior to the Hearing date.
2. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the prior Order
of Court dated April 17, 2007 shall remain in effect:
3. The parties may modify this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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Plaintiff
v.
BRANDON L. ALTIZER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
N0.2006-4738 CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
PRIOR JUDGE: Edgar B. Bayley, P.J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Kayla M. Altizer May 27, 2005
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1. A Conciliation Conference was held June 3, 2010 with the following
individuals in attendance: The Father, Brandon L. Altizer, with his counsel, Michael
Palermo, Esquire, and the Mother, Alicia M. Altizer, with her counsel, Jane Adams,
Esquire.
2. The Honorable Edgar B. Bayley previously entered an Order of Court
dated April 17, 2007 providing for shared legal and shared physical custody.
3. Father's position on custody is: Father seeks to maintain the status quo,
but wishes to enroll the child into the Big Spring School District where he resides. Father
asserts that Mother is in contempt of the prior Order in that she unilaterally enrolled the
child in Carlisle schools and changed the child's primary care physician.
4. Mother's position on custody is: Mother seeks to maintain the status quo,
but wishes to enroll the child into the Carlisle School District where she lives. Mother
claims she has 4 more overnights per month than Father. She denies enrolling the child
in school and she asserts that she had Father's approval to change the child's primary
care physician.
5. The Conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached scheduling
a Hearing and maintaining the status quo. The Conciliator does find that Mother is not in
Contempt of the prior Order. It is expected that the Hearing will require one-half day.
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Before the court is the petition of father, Brandon L. Altizer for modification ~ "
of the custody of the minor child, Kayla M. Altizer, born May 27, 2005. The
Honorable Edgar B. Bayley issued an order of court dated April 17, 2007,
providing for shared legal and shared physical custody of the child. This hearing
was prompted by the fact that Kayla is now of school age and both parents
desire to enroll her in their respective school districts.
At a hearing on July 14, 2010, the court heard testimony from the parents
and from Barbara Wiser, paternal grandmother, and Jonne Miller, maternal great
grandmother. At the conclusion of the hearing, the parties were directed to
provide the court with a proposed custody schedule, which provided for the
partial custody rights of the other parent.
DISCUSSION
As the court noted at the conclusion of the hearing, the court is not
faced with a choice between the lesser of two evils. To the contrary, both
parents are caring, concerned and cooperative. As such, the choice is between
the greater of two goods.
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With respect to their ability to cooperate, neither parent engaged in all out
warfare at the hearing. To be sure, there were allegations of puffy eyes, sinus
infections and diarrhea. Additionally, while mother alluded to father's living
arrangements, involving a noisy garage, abandoned vehicles and a slew of dogs,
father alluded to the potential chaos at mother's home wherein multiple kids, cats
and horses (and, no doubt, bacteria) reside. The court notes, that neither home
is perfect but the modest amounts of dirt and dust kicked up in either location will
cause Kayla no harm.
Because the parties are on near equal footing in the most important
categories of love and affection for Kayla, the court declines to issue a series of
negative findings that could affect the ability of the parties to cooperate in the
future. Rather, the court will summarize the positive factors which impact Kayla's
best interest.
Ultimately, the court finds that it is in the Kayla's best interest to reside
primarily with mother during the school year. Mother earned the edge in this
regard because she has demonstrated not only her long-term ability to nurture
Kayla, but has also shown more initiative with respect to "administrative" matters.
For instance, mother reached out fo both school districts to get the facts
necessary to make a wise decision. Furthermore, she demonstrated greater
command of the medical and health care issues relating to Kayla and a
willingness to communicate both those issues and educational issues with father.
Admittedly, mother has often communicated with paternal grandmother in lieu of
father. Although mother may feel more at ease talking to the paternal
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grandmother, the court encourages the parties to maintain as much direct
communication between one another as possible.
Finally, we note that Kayla has significant bonds with her half-sisters,
Brooklyn and Abigail, and with Jakyla and Alicia, the children of Zachary Behrens
(her step-father as of July 24, 2010). Maintaining and nurturing these
relationships is in Kayla's best interest and can best be accomplished by
awarding primary physical custody to mother. Accordingly, the court enters the
following order:
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of August, 2010, upon consideration of father's
petition for modification of custody, the evidence presented by both parties at a
hearing on this matter and the arguments of counsel, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED
as follows:
1. Legal Custody: Mother and Father shall share joint legal custody of
Kayla M. Altizer, born May 27, 2005. Mother and Father agree that major
decisions concerning Kayla, including, but not necessarily limited to, Kayla's
health, welfare, education, religious training and upbringing shall be made
jointly, after discussion and consultation with each other, with a view toward
obtaining and following a harmonious policy in Kayla's best interest. Mother
and Father agree not to impair the other party's rights to shared legal custody
of Kayla. Mother and Father agree not to attempt to alienate Kayla's
affections from the other party. Each party shall notify the other of any activity
or circumstance concerning Kayla that could reasonably be expected to be of
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concern to the other. Day-to-day decisions shall be the responsibility of the
party then having physical custody. With regard to any emergency decision
which must be made, the party having physical custody of Kayla at the time of
the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate decisions
necessitated thereby. However, that party shall inform the other of the
emergency and consult with the other as soon as possible. In accordance
with 23 Pa.C.S.A. § 5309, each party shall be entitled to complete and full
information from any doctor, dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to
have copies of any reports or information given to either party as authorized
by statute. Mutual agreement should be made, in advance, regarding the
following matters: enrollment or termination in a particular school or school
program, advancing or holding Kayla back in school, authorizing enrollment in
college, authorizing Kayla's driver's license or purchase of an automobile,
authorizing employment, authorizing Kayla's marriage or enlistment in the
armed forced, approving petition for emancipation, authorizing foreign travel,
passport application or exchange student status.
2. Mother shall have primary physical custody of the child. Father
shall have periods of partial physical custody of the child as follows:
a. During the school year:
i. Father will have Kayla every Thursday after school through
Friday morning. It shall be father's responsibility to ensure
Kayla is transported to school on Friday morning.
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ii. Father will have Kayla on three weekends per month
commencing at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday until Monday morning
at which time he will transport Kayla to school. These
weekends need not be consecutive and the parties are
encouraged to be flexible in their implementation.
iii. If Kayla does not have school on a Monday following father's
weekend time period, he shall retain custody of Kayla until
Tuesday morning at which time he shall transport her to
school.
iv. Father shall have additional periods of time subject to mutual
agreement of the parties.
b. Summer vacation:
i. During the summer, the parties shall alternate custody of
Kayla on a week on/week off basis. The father's week will
begin on the Sunday after the last day of school with
exchanges taking place every Sunday thereafter at mutually
agreed upon times.
ii. If either party desires to have Kayla for an extended
vacation, lasting more than one week, they shall request that
prior to the start of summer and the request shall not be
unreasonably denied.
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iii. The parties shall share custody of Kayla during the winter
break from school to ensure that both parties are able to
spend additional time with Kayla.
3. Holidavs:
c. Mother and father shall alternate custody of Kayla for the Holidays
of Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day.
d. Thanksgiving: Even numbered years father shall have custody of
Kayla from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Odd numbered years mother shall have custody of Kayla from 8:00
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the Thanksgiving Holiday.
e. Christmas: Odd numbered years father shall have custody of Kayla
from Christmas Eve at noon until December 26 at noon. Even
numbered years mother shall have custody of Kayla from
Christmas Eve at noon until December 26 at noon.
f. Easter: Even numbered years father shall have custody of Kayla
from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the Easter Holiday. Odd
numbered years mother shall have custody of Kayla from 8:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m. on the Easter Holiday.
g. Mother's Day: Mother shall always have custody of Kayla from
8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Mother's Day.
h. Father's Day: Father shall always have custody of Kayla from 8:00
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Father's Day.
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i. The holiday schedule outlined above will take precedence over the
regular custody schedule. All other holidays not outlined above are
subject to the regular custody schedule or other agreement of the
parties.
By the Court
Albert H. Masland, J.
/ Jane Adams, Esquire
For Plaintiff
/ Vincent Monfredo, Esquire
For Defendant
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ALICIA M. ALTIZER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 2006-4738 CIVIL TERM
BRANDON L. ALTIZER, CIVIL ACTION -LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
AND NOW, comes Brandon L. Altizer, by and through his counsel, Karl E. Rominger,
Esquire, and in support of his Petition, avers as follows:
1. Petitioner is Brandon L. Altizer, who resides at 1838 Ritner Highway,
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania 17257.
2. Respondent is Alicia M. Altizer, who resides at 1102 Pine Road, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania 17013.
3. On August 11, 2010, the Honorable M. L. Ebert, Jr. entered an Order of Court,
attached as Exhibit "A".
4. Since the entry of said Order, there has been a significant change in circumstances
in that:
a) Father is off of work on Monday's and it would work better for his schedule to
have the child until Tuesday morning.
5. The best interest of the child will be served by the Court modifying said Order.
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WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays this Court to grant the modification of the Court Order of
August 11, 2010, giving Father and Mother joint physical custody of the minor child.
Respectfully submitted,
Rominger & Associates
Date:
Karl E -Kominger, Esquire
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 81924
Attorney for Defendant
ALICIA M. ALTIZER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-4738 CIVIL TERM
BRANDON L. ALTIZER, CIVIL ACTION -LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
VERIFICATION
I verify that I am the petitioner and that the statements made in the foregoing Petition 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.
Date: "t 1 Q.
ran L. izer, Defendant
ALICIA M. ALTIZER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 2006-4738 CIVIL TERM
BRANDON L. ALTIZER, CIVIL ACTION -LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Karl E. Rominger, Esquire, attorney for Petitioner, do hereby certify that I this day
served a copy of the Petition to Modify upon the following by depositing same in the United
States Mail, first class postage prepaid, at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, addressed as follows:
Jane Adams, Esquire
17 West South Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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Respectfully submitted,
Rominger & Associates
Karl E. minger, Esquire
155 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 241-6070
Supreme Court ID # 81924
Attorney for Defendant
ALICIA M. ALTIZER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. 2006-4738 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRANDON L. ALTIZER
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Friday, September 24, 2010 , 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 Monday, October 18, 2010 at 9:30 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: _ /s/ ac ueline M. Verne Es io
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 T HE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP. f...,
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