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23 Pa.C.S. § 5501 Definitions
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The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Child." An individual under 18 years of age. "Injury." Includes injury to the person and theft, destruction or loss of …
23 Pa.C.S. § 5502 Liability of parents
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Any parent whose child is found liable or is adjudged guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction of a tortious act shall be liable to the person who suffers the injury to the extent set forth in this chapter.
23 Pa.C.S. § 5503 Establishing liability in criminal or juvenile proceedings
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(a) General rule.--In any criminal proceeding against a child and in any proceeding against a child under 42 Pa.C.S. Ch. 63 (relating to juvenile matters), the court shall ascertain the amount sufficient to fully reimburse any person who has suffered injury because of the tortiou…
23 Pa.C.S. § 5504 Establishing liability in civil proceedings
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(a) Petition.--If a judgment has been rendered against the child in a civil action for injury because of the tortious act of the child and the judgment has not been satisfied within a period of 30 days, the injured person may petition the court for a rule to show cause why judgme…
