This section outlines the structure, powers, and operations of the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court. It specifies that the court has nine judges, details their authority to issue writs and enforce orders, and describes the court's regular sessions and facilities. The law also addresses terms of judges and initial appointments for the Superior Court.
The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court is composed of nine judges.
The court can issue lawful writs and processes, enforce its orders, and has all powers of a court of record necessary for its jurisdiction and appellate functions.
Regular sessions are held at the seat of government and elsewhere as provided, with judges having suitable facilities at the seat of government.
Except for initial appointive terms for additional judges of the Superior Court, judges serve terms as otherwise provided by law.