Lack. Cnty. Pa. 206.1(a)

As amended through January 1, 2018

Rule 206.1(a) - Definition Of Petition

In addition to an application to strike and/or open a default judgment or a judgment of non pros, a party seeking relief from the court shall proceed by petition and rule when the party is seeking an order which is not otherwise covered by any statute or rule of civil procedure governing motions, including an order:

(1) imposing sanctions for failure to obey a discovery order;

(2) holding a party or witness in contempt;

(3) granting relief from any other judgment, including judgments entered by confession; or

(4) granting a preliminary injunction.

Any party presenting a petition seeking the issuance of a rule to show cause must follow the procedures set forth in Lacka. Co. R.C.P. 206.4(c).

Lack. Cnty. Pa. 206.1(a)

Amended effective November 2014.