Pennsylvania § 11018.7 - Payments not authorized by law.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 11018.7 — Payments not authorized by law., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11018.7. Payments not authorized by law.
An ordinance may not be enacted and a resolution may not be adopted providing for the payment of money by the city without previous authority of law. An officer executing a document authorizing payment, making a payment or passing a voucher for a payment not authorized by law commits a misdemeanor. The officer shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $5,000 and to imprisonment for not more than one year.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 11018.7
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 11018.7 cover?
Section 11018.7 ("Payments not authorized by law.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 11018.7?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 11018.7" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 11018.7 apply to my situation?
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