HB1486

In bonds and recognizances, providing for bail in illegal firearm offenses in city of the first class.

Introduced·5/21/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1486 sets bail amounts for illegal firearm offenses in first-class cities.

Pennsylvania HB1486 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish specific bail amounts for defendants charged with illegal firearm offenses in first-class cities. For a first offense, the bail amount is 10% of the full bail. For a second offense, it is 50% of the full bail. For a third or subsequent offense, the full bail amount must be posted. This act will take effect in 60 days.

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History

May 21, 2025

House

Referred to Judiciary