This law section addresses two key provisions: first, it allows the use of dying declarations as evidence in cases involving criminal acts related to abortion, with a requirement that the woman was of sound mind when making the statement. Second, it permits the use of certified copies of medical records in legal proceedings, streamlining evidence presentation while maintaining access to original records for inspection.
They are statements made by a woman who dies from criminal acts related to abortion, which can be used as evidence in court if she was of sound mind when making the statement.
Yes, certified copies of medical records can be used as evidence in Pennsylvania courts, provided they are properly certified and the original records are available for inspection.
No, it applies specifically to records susceptible to photostatic reproduction, such as charts and reports, but not to X-ray films or other non-reproducible materials.
The Commonwealth must prove that the woman was of sound mind at the time she made the statement before it can be admitted as evidence.