Pennsylvania law sections 9314 and 9315 outline the procedures for determining whether further investigation is necessary in a criminal or administrative matter. If no grounds are found, the special investigative counsel notifies the panel, which then cannot appoint independent counsel. Conversely, if grounds exist, the counsel applies for the appointment of independent counsel after the preliminary investigation.
They notify the panel with a confidential summary, and the panel cannot appoint independent counsel regarding the matter.
When they find reasonable grounds to believe further investigation is warranted or after 90 days without a conclusion.
No, the summary is confidential, but the subject of the investigation can request a copy.
The panel receives notifications from the special investigative counsel and can appoint independent counsel if warranted.