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§ 5501. Definitions

Purdon's Pennsylvania Statutes and Consolidated StatutesTitle 23 Pa.C.S.A. Domestic Relations

Purdon's Pennsylvania Statutes and Consolidated Statutes
Title 23 Pa.C.S.A. Domestic Relations (Refs & Annos)
Part VI. Children and Minors
Chapter 55. Liability for Tortious Acts of Children (Refs & Annos)
23 Pa.C.S.A. § 5501
§ 5501. Definitions
Currentness
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 property.
“Parent.” Includes natural or adoptive parents.
“Person.” Includes government units and Federal agencies.
“Tortious act.” A willful tortious act resulting in injury.

Credits

1990, Dec. 19, P.L. 1240, No. 206, § 2, effective in 90 days.
23 Pa.C.S.A. § 5501, PA ST 23 Pa.C.S.A. § 5501
Current through Act 10 of the 2024 Regular Session. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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