Pennsylvania § 5108 - Imprisonment for debt.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5108 — Imprisonment for debt., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5108. Imprisonment for debt.
(a) Constitutional restriction.--The person of a debtor, where there is not strong presumption of fraud, shall not be continued in prison after delivering up his estate for the benefit of his creditors in such manner as shall be provided or prescribed by law.
(b) Statutory restriction.--Except in an action for fines and penalties, or as punishment for contempt, or to prevent departure from the Commonwealth, a defendant may not be arrested in any civil matter.
(Apr. 28, 1978, P.L.202, No.53, eff. 60 days)
1978 Amendment. Act 53 added section 5108.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5108
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5108 cover?
Section 5108 ("Imprisonment for debt.") 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 § 5108?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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