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6604 – Prospective Relief | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law limits prospective relief in prison cases to necessary, narrowly tailored measures that comply with state law, avoiding prison construction orders.

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Pennsylvania State Law

6604 – Prospective Relief

Pennsylvania Title 42 - Judiciary and Judicial Procedure § 6604

Summary

Pennsylvania's Section 6604 limits courts' ability to grant prospective relief in prison conditions cases, requiring such relief to be narrowly tailored, necessary, and least intrusive. The law emphasizes adherence to Pennsylvania law and considers the impact on public safety and prison operations. It also clarifies that the section does not apply to private settlement agreements or court-ordered prison construction.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law limits prospective relief in prison cases to necessary, narrowly tailored measures that comply with state law, avoiding prison construction orders.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.