In Re: Order Amending Rules 501, 514-516, 1001, 1002, and 1005, and Adopting Rule 514.1 of the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure Governing Actions and Proceedings Before Magisterial District Judges

Rule 501. Definitions [A.] As used in this chapter[,]: (1) [“action”] “Action” means an action by a landlord against a tenant for the recovery of possession of real property brought before a magisterial district judge. (2) [As used in this chapter, “complaint”] “Complaint” shall include, where applicable, the attached and completed Recovery of Real Property Hearing Notice form. (3) “Victim of domestic violence” means a person who has obtained a protection from abuse order against another individual or can provide other evidence of abuse. Official Note: Distress for rent will not be covered in…