Pennsylvania Title 18, Section 2003 and 9302, establish the legal framework for the Independent Counsel Authorization Act. The law defines key terms such as 'independent counsel,' 'panel,' and 'grounds to investigate,' outlining the roles and procedures for appointing special investigative counsel and conducting preliminary investigations. It provides the foundational legal structure for independent investigations within the state.
It establishes the legal procedures and definitions for appointing independent counsel and conducting investigations into potential criminal activities.
An independent counsel is appointed by the Special Independent Prosecutor's Panel upon the request of a special investigative counsel.
It refers to information that would lead a reasonable person to suspect that a crime is being or has been committed.
The panel is responsible for establishing the framework for investigations and appointing independent counsel as needed.