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5933 – Competency Of Surviving Party | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law permits surviving parties to testify in civil cases and allows depositions to be used as evidence, even if the witness later becomes unavailable.

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Pennsylvania State Law

5933 – Competency Of Surviving Party

Pennsylvania Title 42 - Judiciary and Judicial Procedure § 5933

Summary

Pennsylvania law allows surviving or remaining parties in civil cases to serve as witnesses for relevant matters, even if the other party is deceased or legally incapacitated. It also permits such testimony to be recorded via deposition or commission, and that deposition remains valid even if the witness later becomes unavailable. The law ensures that relevant evidence can be presented regardless of a party’s death or mental state.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law permits surviving parties to testify in civil cases and allows depositions to be used as evidence, even if the witness later becomes unavailable.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.