Pennsylvania HB530 amends laws on criminal mischief, trespass, and removal of trespassers from real property.
Pennsylvania HB530 amends the state's criminal code to enhance protections for property owners. It establishes a cause of action for property owners against individuals who knowingly or intentionally trespass on their property. Owners can seek treble damages and attorney fees if they prevail in court. The bill also allows law enforcement to remove trespassers based on an affidavit from the property owner or their agent, provided the officer has probable cause. Law enforcement officers are granted immunity for good-faith removals.
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