Pennsylvania SB39 creates a new offense for knowingly possessing or causing a firearm or dangerous weapon to be present in a public recreation area.
Pennsylvania SB39 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by adding a section that defines the offense of possessing or causing a firearm or dangerous weapon to be present in a public recreation area. This offense is graded as a misdemeanor of the third degree. The bill includes exceptions for lawful activities by law enforcement officers, participants in Pennsylvania Game Commission courses, and ceremonial duties by veterans' associations or members of the armed forces. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.
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