11 Pa.C.S. § 10908: Officers not to become surety on bonds given to city and penalty.

(a) Surety.--A city officer or member of council may not become the surety on a bond or obligation given to the city by an agent or contractor for the faithful performance of a trust, agency or contract.

(b) Penalty.--An individual violating a provision of this section commits a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction, be:

(1) Subject to forfeiting office in accordance with section 10901 (relating to appointment, removal and prohibition).

(2) Sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $100.