An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for recklessly endangering another person.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law to strengthen protections for individuals who seek medical assistance for others in situations involving potential criminal activity. Specifically, it expands the ‘safe harbor’ provision currently in place, offering immunity from prosecution for those who call for help when someone is recklessly endangering another person. This aims to encourage people to intervene in emergencies without fear of legal repercussions. The bill also clarifies the scope of this protection under existing laws.
Key provisions
- Expands the ‘safe harbor’ provision for individuals seeking medical assistance.
- Offers immunity from prosecution for those who call for help when someone is recklessly endangering another person.
- Applies to violations of sections 6308(a) and 2705 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking medical assistance
- People who recklessly endanger others
- First responders
Notable changes
- Clarifies the scope of protection for individuals seeking medical assistance in emergency situations.
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