The justices of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned prosecutors’ interpretation of the conflict-of-interest statute, tangling with the “frightening” effect former state Rep. Michael Veon’s conviction could have on public officials around the state.

Attorney Joel Sansone, arguing on behalf of Veon, said that not only was the conflict statute inappropriately applied to his client, but that it would open a door that could complicate elected officials’ efforts on ­behalf of their constituents.

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