Pennsylvania § 5402 - Jurisdiction of courts-martial in general.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5402 — Jurisdiction of courts-martial in general., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5402. Jurisdiction of courts-martial in general.
Each force of the State military forces has court-martial jurisdiction over all members of the force who are subject to this part. The Pennsylvania National Guard has court-martial jurisdiction over all members subject to this part.
Cross References. Section 5402 is referred to in sections 5403, 5404, 5405 of this title.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5402
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5402 cover?
Section 5402 ("Jurisdiction of courts-martial in general.") 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 § 5402?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5402" (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 § 5402 apply to my situation?
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