This section outlines how to calculate the time limits for legal actions in Pennsylvania, including when these periods start and how they can be extended or modified. It specifies that the period begins when the cause of action or criminal offense occurs and details circumstances under which time extensions or modifications are permitted. The law also addresses court procedures for modifying orders within a set timeframe.
The period begins from the date the cause of action, criminal offense, or right of appeal arises, unless specified otherwise by court rules or law.
Yes, but only to address issues of fraud or its equivalent. Extensions for other reasons are generally not permitted.
A court can modify or rescind an order within 30 days of entry, after providing notice to the parties and if no appeal has been filed.
Yes, court rules can specify the acts, omissions, or events that determine the start of limitation periods, as adopted under section 5502.