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Section 7626 - Application for order to remove or disable items

18 PA Cons Stat § 7626 (2019) (N/A)
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An application for an order of authorization to remove or disable items residing on or accessible through an Internet service provider's service shall be made to the court of common pleas having jurisdiction in writing upon the personal oath or affirmation of the Attorney General or a district attorney of the county wherein the items have been discovered and, if available, shall contain all of the following information:

(1) A statement of the authority of the applicant to make the application.

(2) A statement of the identity of the investigative or law enforcement officer that has, in the official scope of that officer's duties, discovered the child pornography items.

(3) A statement by the investigative or law enforcement officer who has knowledge of relevant information justifying the application.

(4) The Uniform Resource Locator providing access to the items.

(5) The identity of the Internet service provider used by the law enforcement officer.

(6) A showing that there is probable cause to believe that the items constitute a violation of section 6312 (relating to sexual abuse of children).

(7) A proposed order of authorization for consideration by the judge.

(8) Contact information for the Office of Attorney General, including the name, address and telephone number of any deputy or agent authorized by the Attorney General to submit notification.

(9) Additional testimony or documentary evidence in support of the application as the judge may require.

Cross References. Section 7626 is referred to in section 7628 of this title.

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Section 7626 - Application for order to remove or disable items