Pennsylvania HB2729 creates the offense of animal hoarding and outlines sentencing procedures for such offenses.

Pennsylvania HB2729 amends Titles 18 and 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by introducing the offense of animal hoarding. A person commits a misdemeanor of the third degree if they maintain an animal on real property that results in unsanitary, unhealthful, malodorous, or dangerous conditions. Each animal maintained in violation constitutes a separate offense. The act also outlines sentencing procedures, including evaluations for psychological or psychiatric disabilities and mandatory treatment if applicable. The act takes effect in 60 days.

Pennsylvania HB2729 creates the offense of animal hoarding and outlines sentencing procedures for such offenses.

Pennsylvania HB2729 amends Titles 18 and 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by introducing the offense of animal hoarding. A person commits a misdemeanor of the third degree if they maintain an animal on real property that results in unsanitary, unhealthful, malodorous, or dangerous conditions. Each animal maintained in violation constitutes a separate offense. The act also outlines sentencing procedures, including evaluations for psychological or psychiatric disabilities and mandatory treatment if applicable. The act takes effect in 60 days.