Pennsylvania State Constables
Overview
Organization Type
Other
Government Level
State
Officer Title
Constable
Governing Body
Independently Elected
Jurisdiction
Statewide
Authority Type
Specialized
Enforces Traffic Laws
No
Purpose
Enforce court orders, transport prisoners, provide courtroom security, and private security
Duties
- Enforce criminal and civil laws
- Transport prisoners
- Serve warrants and legal papers
- Provide courtroom security
- Manage election poll security on election day
- Offer constable services for corporations, counties, or municipalities
- Independently elected and operated
Official Website
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