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Lititz Today
By the People, for the People
Lititz Man Charged with Violating Protective Order
Michael Meers accused of contacting protected individual despite court order
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Michael Meers, a 37-year-old resident of Lititz, Pennsylvania, has been charged with one count of Contempt for Violation of Order or Agreement. The charges stem from Meers allegedly violating a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order by repeatedly texting and calling the protected individual, which he is prohibited from doing under the order.
Why it matters
Violations of protective orders are taken seriously by law enforcement as they are intended to protect victims from further abuse or harassment. This case highlights the importance of enforcing such orders to maintain public safety and hold offenders accountable.
The details
According to the Lititz Borough Police Department, Meers has been charged with one count of Contempt for Violation of Order or Agreement for repeatedly contacting the protected individual despite the active PFA order prohibiting him from doing so. The officer investigating the case confirmed that Meers' actions constituted a violation of the court-ordered PFA.
- The PFA order was served on Meers on an unspecified date prior to the incident.
- The alleged violations occurred on Sunday, February 1, 2026 around 9:40 PM.
The players
Michael Meers
A 37-year-old resident of Lititz, Pennsylvania who has been charged with one count of Contempt for Violation of Order or Agreement for allegedly violating a Protection from Abuse order.
Lititz Borough Police Department
The law enforcement agency that investigated the alleged PFA violation and charged Meers with the crime.
What’s next
The judge will determine whether to allow Meers to be released on bail at a hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
The takeaway
This case underscores the importance of enforcing protective orders to protect victims from further abuse, and the consequences offenders can face for violating such court-ordered restrictions.
