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5715 – Sealing Of Applications, Orders And Supporting Papers | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law mandates sealing and confidentiality of court applications, orders, and records for at least ten years, with limited disclosures allowed.

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5715 – Sealing Of Applications, Orders And Supporting Papers

Pennsylvania Title 18 - Crimes and Offenses § 5715

Summary

Pennsylvania law requires that applications, final reports, orders, supporting papers, and monitor records related to certain legal proceedings be sealed by the court and kept for at least ten years. These records can only be disclosed with good cause or by law enforcement for official duties. Violations of these confidentiality provisions may result in contempt of court charges.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law mandates sealing and confidentiality of court applications, orders, and records for at least ten years, with limited disclosures allowed.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.