Civil remedies

Act 176 of 1929, § 1332, under THE FISCAL CODE.

Act 176 of 1929, § 1332

Section 1332. Civil remedies.

(a) Action at law.--The Office of General Counsel may institute an action at law in a court of competent jurisdiction to recover damages for a violation of this article, a regulation promulgated under this article or an order issued under this article.

(b) Action in equity.--The Office of General Counsel may institute an action in equity in a court of competent jurisdiction to restrain a violation of this article, a regulation promulgated under this article or an order issued under this article. In a proceeding under this subsection, the following shall apply:

(1) The court may fix a reasonable time during which the defendant may make provision for the abatement of the violation.

(2) The court may issue a preliminary or special injunction or temporary restraining order where circumstances warrant or public health is endangered.

(3) The court shall issue a preliminary injunction upon finding that the defendant is engaging in unlawful conduct prohibited under this article or is causing immediate or irreparable harm to the public.

(4) The Commonwealth shall not be required to furnish bond.

(5) The court may grant equitable relief in addition to damages under subsection (a).

(1332 added July 12, 2026, P.L.265, No.21)

Compiler's Note: See section 37(3) of Act 21 of 2026 in the appendix to this act for special provisions relating to effective date.