Pennsylvania § 5410 - Communication between courts.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5410 — Communication between courts., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5410. Communication between courts.
(a) General rule.--A court of this Commonwealth may communicate with a court in another state concerning a proceeding arising under this chapter.
(b) Participation of parties.--The court may allow the parties to participate in the communication. If the parties are not able to participate in the communication, they must be given the opportunity to present facts and legal arguments before a decision on jurisdiction is made.
(c) Matters of cooperation between courts.--Communication between courts on schedules, calendars, court records and similar matters may occur without informing the parties. A record need not be made of the communication.
(d) Record.--Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c), a record must be made of a communication under this section. The parties must be informed promptly of the communication and granted access to the record.
(e) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "record" means information that is inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form.
Cross References. Section 5410 is referred to in section 5203 of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5410
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5410 cover?
Section 5410 ("Communication between courts.") 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 § 5410?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5410" (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?
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How does Pennsylvania § 5410 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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