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6.3.4.10 Debt recovery by legal proceedings

Summary

A debt due to the Commonwealth under the PPLAct is recoverable by the Commonwealth in a court of competent jurisdiction.

Act reference: PPLAct section 182 How to recover debts, section 183 Legal proceedings

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