Pennsylvania § 7303 - Application of law of this State.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 7303 — Application of law of this State., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7303. Application of law of this State.
Except as otherwise provided by this part, a responding tribunal of this State:
(1) shall apply the procedural and substantive law, including the rules on choice of law, generally applicable to similar proceedings originating in this State and may exercise all powers and provide all remedies available in those proceedings; and
(2) shall determine the duty of support and the amount payable in accordance with the law and support guidelines of this State.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 7303
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 7303 cover?
Section 7303 ("Application of law of this State.") 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 § 7303?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 7303 apply to my situation?
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