Westmoreland Cnty. C.P. Local Rules of Court RULE WO 16.13

(a) It is presumed that the testimony of physicians, psychologists and other

medical professionals may be taken in the courtroom by speaker telephone

in all proceedings conducted in accordance with these rules and pursuant to

18 Pa.C.S. § 3206(c), unless objections are filed and upheld by the court prior

to the hearing.

(b) Telephone testimony shall be limited to medical, psychological and other medical

personnel who can provide information relevant to the emotional development,

maturity, intellect and understanding of the applicant; the fact and duration of the

applicant’s pregnancy; the nature, possible consequences, and alternatives to

abortion; and any other relevant evidence which the court may find useful in

making a determination about the applicant’s ability to give informed consent

pursuant to 18 Pa.C.S. § 3205 or an allegation that the abortion is in the best

interests of the applicant.

(c) All documents in a foreign language shall be translated into English. The translation

shall be typed and a certificate of accurate translation shall be attached.

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Adopted February 1, 1996, effective May 1, 1996. Rule WO205 renumbered April 6, 2017, effective May 29,

2017.

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