Dear Mr. Lauffenberger,

I am writing to acknowledge receipt of your letter sent February 18, 1999 to Nancy Sobolevitch, Court Administrator of Pennsylvania.

Please be advised that the Administrative Office of the Pennsylvania Courts functions as the managerial and ministerial arm of the Pennsylvania Judiciary. As such, this office is not constitutionally or statutorily authorized to provide legal representation or advise to the public.

I contacted Clerk of Courts Susan Kosinski, and I was informed that she has provided you with the information you have requested to the best of her ability.

I am sorry we can be of no further assistance. I trust I have been responsive to your inquiry.