Pennsylvania § 1734 - Powers of peace officers.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 1734 — Powers of peace officers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1734. Powers of peace officers.
A chief administrator, deputy warden or corrections officer of a county correctional institution may exercise the powers of a peace officer in the performance of that person's duties generally in:
(1) Guarding, protecting and delivering inmates.
(2) Protecting the property and interests of the county.
(3) Capturing and returning inmates that may have escaped.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 1734
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 1734 cover?
Section 1734 ("Powers of peace officers.") 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 § 1734?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 1734" (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 § 1734 apply to my situation?
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