Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the procedure in an action to enter a judgment in ejectment for possession of real property by confession pursuant to an instrument, other than a residential lease executed by a natural person, autho- rizing such confession shall be in accordance with the rules relating to confession of judgment for money.
Rule 2970.Conformity. Scope.
Last amended April 1, 1996 · Last verified June 30, 2026
In one sentenceExcept as this chapter provides otherwise, the procedure for a confessed judgment in ejectment for possession follows the rules for confessed money judgments.
Full Text of Rule 2970
Plain-English Summary
This chapter handles confession of judgment for possession of real property—judgment in ejectment under an instrument such as a lease. The rule borrows the money-judgment procedure as its baseline and applies the modifications that follow where possession requires different handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this chapter cover?
Entry of a confessed judgment in ejectment for possession of real property under an instrument that authorizes it.
How does it relate to the money-judgment chapter?
It conforms to that procedure except where this chapter provides otherwise for possession cases.
Official Note
Official Note: Confession of judgment in ejectment is abolished with respect to a residen- tial lease executed by a natural person.
Amendment History
The provisions of this Rule 2970 amended April 4, 1990, effective July 1, 1990, 20 Pa.B. 2279; amended April 1, 1996, effective July 1, 1996, 26 Pa.B. 1814. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (146747).
Source & verification. Rule text, the Official Note, and the amendment
history are reproduced verbatim from the Pennsylvania Code, Title 231, the official compilation
of rules adopted by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. Last verified June 30, 2026. ·
Official text
Also known as: conformity scope possession confessionconfession of judgment for possession