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Pennsylvania · Through 2026-08-31 (Statute Update stamp, 12 Pa.C.S.)

12 Pa.C.S. § 6253: Legal proceedings.

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  1. Title 12 - COMMERCE AND TRADE
  2. PART V CONSUMER CREDIT
  3. CHAPTER 62 MOTOR VEHICLE SALES FINANCE
  4. SUBCHAPTER E REPOSSESSION

(a) When to commence action.--If repossession and sale of a motor vehicle subject to an installment sale contract or its collateral security is effected by legal process, the holder may commence legal proceedings immediately upon the buyer's default or breach of the contract.

(b) Rights and duties of buyer.--In a proceeding under subsection (a), the buyer shall receive notice, have the rights and be liable for the costs of suit and reasonable attorney fees as provided by the laws of this Commonwealth governing legal proceedings.

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