Pennsylvania HB2857 creates a new offense for unlawful entry into animal enclosures.

Pennsylvania HB2857 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish the offense of unlawful entry into animal enclosures. This offense occurs when a person knowingly enters a locked or restricted area in an animal enclosure or bypasses protective structures without authorization. The offense is typically a misdemeanor of the third degree but escalates to a misdemeanor of the second degree if it causes evacuation or emergency response.

Pennsylvania HB2857 creates a new offense for unlawful entry into animal enclosures.

Pennsylvania HB2857 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish the offense of unlawful entry into animal enclosures. This offense occurs when a person knowingly enters a locked or restricted area in an animal enclosure or bypasses protective structures without authorization. The offense is typically a misdemeanor of the third degree but escalates to a misdemeanor of the second degree if it causes evacuation or emergency response.