Plain-Language Summary

Pennsylvania law sections 4905 and 4906 establish that funds in a designated account are to be used exclusively for providing civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. The law prohibits using these funds for political activities, with specific allowances for lobbying in certain legal contexts. Additionally, the funds are annually distributed by the Pennsylvania Courts' Administrative Office.

Frequently Asked Questions

The funds are exclusively used to provide civil legal assistance to poor and disadvantaged residents of Pennsylvania.

No, the law prohibits using these funds for political contributions, campaigns, or supporting ballot questions, except in specific lobbying contexts.

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court, through its rules, determines who qualifies for legal aid under this law.

The funds are deposited into the account and then annually appropriated and distributed by the Pennsylvania Courts' Administrative Office upon requisition.