Pennsylvania § 5712 - Applicability.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5712 — Applicability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5712. Applicability.
This subchapter shall not apply to food that meets all of the following requirements:
(1) The food is not potentially hazardous food.
(2) The food is prepared in a private home.
(3) The food is used or offered for human consumption by any of the following organizations:
(i) A tax-exempt organization under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (Public Law 99-514, 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3)).
(ii) A volunteer fire company or ambulance, religious, charitable, fraternal, veterans, civic, sportsmen, agricultural fair or agricultural association or any separately chartered auxiliary of any of these associations, on a not-for-profit basis.
(iii) An organization that is established to promote and encourage participation and support for extracurricular recreational activities for youth of primary and secondary public, private and parochial school systems on a not-for-profit basis.
(4) The organization that uses or offers the food for human consumption informs consumers that the organization uses or offers food that has been prepared in private homes that are not licensed or inspected.
(5) The food is donated to an organization described under paragraph (3).
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5712
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5712 cover?
Section 5712 ("Applicability.") 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 § 5712?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5712" (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 § 5712 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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