324 Administrative order 2006-2--transcript of contested hearings in divorce cases

Title 255--LOCAL
COURT RULES

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY

Administrative Order 2006-2--Transcript of Contested Hearings in Divorce Cases

[36 Pa.B. 935]

Administrative Order

   And Now, this 6th day of February, 2006, Rule N1920.51(h) is hereby amended as follows:

   (h)  Notes of Testimony--Contested cases

   (1)  A stenographic record shall be made of the testimony in contested divorce hearings.

   (2)  If a party files exceptions to the Master's report and recommendations, that party shall pay the cost of transcription of the stenographic record. The estimated cost determined by the Master after consulting the court reporter shall be deposited in advance of transcription with the Master who shall disburse the sum required upon the stenographer filing the transcript.

   (3)  The Master shall require the deposit of the appearance fee of the stenographer prior to the hearing. In addition, the Master may require the deposit of the Master's fee prior to the hearing.

   This order shall become effective immediately.

By the Court

ROBERT A. FREEDBERG,   
President Judge

[Pa.B. Doc. No. 06-324. Filed for public inspection February 24, 2006, 9:00 a.m.]