Pennsylvania § 7172 - Incompetence.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 7172 — Incompetence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7172. Incompetence.
(a) Inquiry.--A court of common pleas with competent jurisdiction may inquire into the official conduct of the constable if any of the following apply:
(1) A surety of the constable files a verified petition alleging that the constable is incompetent to discharge official duties because of intemperance or neglect of duty.
(2) Any person files a verified petition alleging that the constable is incompetent to discharge official duties for a reason other than intemperance or neglect of duty. This paragraph includes an act of oppression of a litigant or a witness.
(b) Determination.--If the court determines that the constable is incompetent to discharge official duties, the following apply:
(1) The court may:
(i) require additional security from the constable; or
(ii) remove the constable from office.
(2) Upon removal under paragraph (1)(ii), the court may appoint a suitable individual to fill the vacancy until a successor is elected and qualified. The appointed individual must have a freehold estate with at least $1,000 beyond incumbrance or furnish security.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 7172
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 7172 cover?
Section 7172 ("Incompetence.") 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.
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