Pennsylvania HB1622 establishes civil liability for firearm owners who fail to report a loss or theft within 24 hours.
Pennsylvania HB1622 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to add a provision on civil liability for firearm owners. It requires owners or lawful possessors of firearms to report any loss or theft to local police or the Pennsylvania State Police within 24 hours of discovery. Failure to report such incidents may result in civil liability for any damages if the failure is a proximate cause of a crime committed with the firearm. This act aims to enhance accountability and safety by ensuring prompt reporting of lost or stolen firearms.
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