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Pennsylvania

PA is two party with the following exception: Any individual may record a phone conversation without the other party's consent if:

The non-consenting party threatens the life or physical well-being of the consenting party, or any member of his/her family.

The non-consenting party commits any criminal action (the statute specifically uses the example of telling the consenting party that they have marijuana they want the consenter to buy, but does state ANY criminal act).

Pennsylvania requires the consent of all parties. 18 Pa. Cons. Stat. Ann. Sec. 5704(4), but surreptitious use of extensions for these purposes constitutes interception within the wiretapping statute. Felony penalties may be imposed for violation of the Pennsylvania statute.
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