Pennsylvania § 2501 - Oath of commissioned officers.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 2501 — Oath of commissioned officers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2501. Oath of commissioned officers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 2501
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 2501 cover?
Section 2501 ("Oath of commissioned 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 § 2501?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 2501" (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 § 2501 apply to my situation?
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