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    Pennsylvania Department of Corrections

    Office of Chief Counsel

    The Office of Chief Counsel gives legal advice and legal services to the Department of Corrections. It reports to the Governor’s Office of General Counsel.

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    Tim Holmes, Chief Counsel | 717.728.7763

    Service Regarding State Matters

    Pursuant to Pa.R.Civ.P. 402(b), we agree to waive the in-person service requirement and accept service via email at RA-CRLITIGATIONNOTIC@pa.gov. If you have any questions, please email the same account and someone will try to get back to you.

    Contact

    Individuals sending correspondence to the Chief Counsel, Deputy Chief Counsels and Assistant Counsels of the Chief Counsel Office should use the following address:

    Pennsylvania Department of Corrections
    Office of the Chief Counsel
    1920 Technology Parkway
    Mechanicsburg, PA 17050