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PA HB2273

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Jones

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Law enforcement agencies must provide individuals with documentation within 14 days of seizing their personal property, including a copy of the relevant statute and a sample motion for return of property

  • The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts must develop and publish a sample motion for return of property on its public website

  • The sample motion form is not intended to be the exclusive form accepted by courts of common pleas, allowing flexibility in how individuals file

  • "Law enforcement agency" is defined to include Pennsylvania State Police and local police departments of cities, boroughs, incorporated towns, townships, and campus police

  • The act takes effect 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In forfeiture of assets, further providing for motion for return of property; and imposing duties on the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts.

Last Action

Referred to Judiciary

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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