HB808

In limitation of time, further providing for no limitation applicable.

Introduced·3/5/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB808 removes time limits for prosecuting certain serious offenses.

Pennsylvania HB808 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to remove time limits for prosecuting certain serious offenses. Prosecutions may now be commenced at any time for offenses including murder, voluntary manslaughter, conspiracy to commit murder, and any felony related to murder. Additionally, offenses against nonverbal care-dependent persons, such as simple assault, neglect, and abuse, can also be prosecuted without time limits. The act takes effect in 60 days.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House Judiciary: Report Bill As Committed

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 2, 2025

11:00 AM

Judiciary (h) Hearing

History

Jun 2, 2025

House

Reported as committed

Jun 2, 2025

House

First consideration

Jun 2, 2025

House

Laid on the table