Pennsylvania § 13934 - Execution of office.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13934 — Execution of office., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13934. Execution of office.
An individual elected or appointed to the office of coroner may not execute any of the duties of the office before a commission has been issued to the coroner by the Governor and properly recorded. An individual who violates this section may be sentenced to imprisonment for a term of not more than six months. The individual shall be liable to a person injured by an act done by the individual under authority of the office.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 13934
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13934 cover?
Section 13934 ("Execution of office.") 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 § 13934?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 13934" (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 § 13934 apply to my situation?
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