Pennsylvania law Section 5947 establishes penalties for failure to comply with immunity orders in judicial proceedings, including criminal contempt charges with fines or imprisonment. It also defines key terms such as 'designated court' and 'immunity order.' The law aims to enforce witness immunity and ensure compliance with court directives regarding privileged information.
They can be charged with criminal contempt and may face a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both.
It is an order issued by a designated court directing a witness to testify or produce information despite claims of privilege.
Immunity orders are issued by designated courts, which include courts of common pleas, grand juries, or designated judges in multicounty investigations.
Yes, confidential communications between spouses and qualified professionals are privileged and inadmissible in certain legal proceedings unless waived.