HB406

In riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, providing for the offense of kidnapping of animals.

Introduced·1/29/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB406 creates a new offense of kidnapping of animals, including taking or selling animals for resale, laboratory use, or animal fighting.

Pennsylvania HB406 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to add a new section defining the offense of kidnapping of animals. The bill specifies that a person commits an offense if they intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly take, sell, or purchase dogs, cats, equine animals, swine, or cattle for resale, laboratory use, or animal fighting. It also includes taking or carrying away dogs, cats, or equine animals without permission for a special or temporary purpose.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 29, 2025

House

Referred to Judiciary