# PA. R. Ct. 15.1: Rule 15.1. Local Adoption Rules

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_PA_T231_R15_1

## Section

- **Citation:** PA. R. Ct. 15.1
- **Heading:** Rule 15.1. Local Adoption Rules
- **Jurisdiction:** Pennsylvania
- **Kind:** Court rules
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** PA Court Rules / Title 231 / Rule 15.1

## Text

The practice and procedure with respect to adoptions shall be as provided by Act of Assembly and the Rules under this Chapter XV. Local rules further regulating the practice and procedure with respect to adoptions may be promulgated in accordance with Rule 1.5, provided such local rules shall not be inconsistent with these Rules and the Adoption Act, 23 Pa.C.S. § § 2101 et seq. Source The provisions of this Rule 15.1 rescinded and replaced July 22, 2021, effective July 1, 2022, 51 Pa.B. 4267. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (382159).

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SRULES_PA_T231_R15_1. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.