An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, providing for the offense of use of live pigeons for target.
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Overview
This bill creates a new offense in Pennsylvania law related to the use of live pigeons as targets. It specifically prohibits organizing or permitting events where live pigeons are used for target practice, considering it a willful act. The law aims to address concerns about the use of live animals for recreational shooting.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘use of live pigeons for target’ as events where pigeons are used for target practice.
- Prohibits organizing or permitting events involving live pigeon target practice.
- Specifies that the offense is a summary offense.
- Exempts activities authorized under 34 Pa.C.S. (game) and special permits under 58 Pa. Code Ch. 147.
Who is affected
- Individuals organizing or operating events involving live pigeon target practice.
- Owners or lessees of premises used for such events.
- Shooters participating in such events.
Notable changes
- Creates a new criminal offense specifically targeting the use of live pigeons for target practice.
- Clarifies exemptions for existing hunting and special permit activities.
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- Pn 1431 Html
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
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