Pennsylvania § 3735 - Payment under contract and action to recover unauthorized payments.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3735 — Payment under contract and action to recover unauthorized payments., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3735. Payment under contract and action to recover unauthorized payments.
A government agency shall not authorize, provide for or make a payment to a person under a contract containing the provision required by section 3734 (relating to contract provisions) unless the government agency is satisfied that the person has complied with the provision. The payment made to a person by a government agency which should not have been made shall be recoverable directly from the supplier of the motor vehicle who did not comply with section 3734 by the government agency or the Attorney General by appropriate legal action. Nothing in this section shall authorize any government agency to initiate a legal action independently of the Attorney General unless otherwise authorized under the act of October 15, 1980 (P.L.950, No.164), known as the Commonwealth Attorneys Act.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 3735
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3735 cover?
Section 3735 ("Payment under contract and action to recover unauthorized payments.") 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 § 3735?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3735" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 3735 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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