Pennsylvania § 5302 - Scope and jurisdiction.
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§ 5302. Scope and jurisdiction.
(a) Application of chapter.--This chapter applies to a transfer that refers to this chapter in the designation under section 5309(a) (relating to manner of creating custodial property and effecting transfer) by which the transfer is made if, at the time of the transfer, the transferor, the minor or the custodian is a resident of this Commonwealth or the custodial property is located in this Commonwealth. The custodianship created remains subject to this chapter despite a subsequent change in residence of a transferor, the minor or the custodian or the removal of custodial property from this Commonwealth.
(b) Jurisdiction over custodian.--A person designated as custodian under this chapter is subject to personal jurisdiction in this Commonwealth with respect to any matter relating to the custodianship.
(c) Laws of other states.--A transfer that purports to be made and which is valid under the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act or a substantially similar act of another state is governed by the law of the designated state and may be executed and is enforceable in this Commonwealth if, at the time of the transfer, the transferor, the minor or the custodian is a resident of the designated state or the custodial property is located in the designated state.
1992 Amendment. See section 26(a) of Act 152 of 1992 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to applicability.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5302
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5302 cover?
Section 5302 ("Scope and jurisdiction.") 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 § 5302?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5302" (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 § 5302 apply to my situation?
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