Pennsylvania law sections 4306 and 4321 outline procedures for enforcing foreign judgments and record retention. Section 4306 details how courts should handle enforcement when appeals or stays are pending, including requiring security from the judgment debtor. Section 4321 establishes rules for record retention schedules set by governing authorities after consultation with the County Records Committee.
A foreign judgment is any court order requiring payment of money from a court outside Pennsylvania that is entitled to full faith and credit in the state.
Courts may stay enforcement if an appeal is pending or a stay has been granted, provided the judgment debtor posts security. Enforcement can also be stayed if similar grounds exist under Pennsylvania courts.
The judgment debtor must furnish security for the satisfaction of the judgment, similar to requirements in the state where the judgment was issued.
The governing authority, after consulting the County Records Committee, prescribes schedules for the disposal and maintenance of judicial records.