Pennsylvania § 309 - Oaths and subpoenas.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 309 — Oaths and subpoenas., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 309. Oaths and subpoenas.
The commission, or its representative, shall have the power, in any part of this Commonwealth, to subpoena witnesses, to administer oaths, to examine witnesses, or to take such testimony, or compel the production of such books, records, papers, and documents as it may deem necessary or proper in, and pertinent to, any proceeding, investigation, or hearing, held or had by it, and to do all necessary and proper things and acts in the lawful exercise of its powers or the performance of its duties. The fees for serving a subpoena shall be the same as those paid sheriffs for similar services.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 309
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 309 cover?
Section 309 ("Oaths and subpoenas.") 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 § 309?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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