Pennsylvania § 5802 - Maximum limits.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5802 — Maximum limits., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5802. Maximum limits.
(a) General rule.--The punishment which a court-martial may direct for an offense may not exceed such limits as the Governor or department may prescribe for that offense. In no instance may a sentence to confinement exceed more than five years for a military offense.
(b) Punitive offenses.--The limits of punishment for an offense described in Chapter 60 (relating to punitive sections) shall be prescribed by the Governor or department by regulation. In no instance shall any punishment exceed that authorized by this section or the maximum punishment authorized by the United States Manual for Courts-Martial.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5802
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5802 cover?
Section 5802 ("Maximum limits.") 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 § 5802?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5802" (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 § 5802 apply to my situation?
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