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PA HB449

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jose Giral

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 8902 of Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) to require police officers to issue a warning or citation before making a warrantless arrest for certain summary offenses
  • Covered offenses include disorderly conduct, public drunkenness, obstructing highways, and underage possession/transportation of alcohol
  • Police may only arrest without warrant if the individual refuses or knowingly fails to cease unlawful conduct after receiving the warning
  • Effective date is 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In commencement of proceedings, further providing for arrest without warrant.

Last Action

Referred to Judiciary

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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