Pennsylvania § 715 - Jurisdiction and venue of judicial proceedings.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 715 — Jurisdiction and venue of judicial proceedings., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 715. Jurisdiction and venue of judicial proceedings.
The Commonwealth Court shall have original jurisdiction of actions involving State agencies and the courts of common pleas shall have original jurisdiction of actions involving other agencies to render declaratory judgments or to enforce this chapter by injunction or other remedy deemed appropriate by the court. The action may be brought by any person where the agency whose act is complained of is located or where the act complained of occurred.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 715
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 715 cover?
Section 715 ("Jurisdiction and venue of judicial proceedings.") 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 § 715?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 715" (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 § 715 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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