Pennsylvania § 5302 - Speculating or wagering on official action or information.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5302 — Speculating or wagering on official action or information., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5302. Speculating or wagering on official action or information.
A public servant commits a misdemeanor of the second degree if, in contemplation of official action by himself or by a governmental unit with which he is associated, or in reliance on information to which he has access in his official capacity and which has not been made public, he:
(1) acquires a pecuniary interest in any property, transaction or enterprise which may be affected by such information or official action;
(2) speculates or wagers on the basis of such information or official action; or
(3) aids another to do any of the foregoing.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5302
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5302 cover?
Section 5302 ("Speculating or wagering on official action or information.") 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?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 5302 apply to my situation?
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