An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time relating to criminal proceedings, further providing for other offenses.
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law to establish a five-year statute of limitations for prosecuting certain offenses. Specifically, it modifies the time limits for pursuing charges related to criminal attempts, solicitations, conspiracies, and other offenses outlined in Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. These offenses include those related to murder, assault, threats, kidnapping, arson, theft, forgery, bribery, and insurance fraud. The changes also extend the time frame for prosecuting prostitution-related offenses and certain firearm-related crimes.
Key provisions
- Establishes a five-year statute of limitations for prosecuting criminal attempts, solicitations, and conspiracies.
- Specifies a list of offenses covered by the statute of limitations, including those related to murder, assault, and threats.
- Extends the time limit for prosecuting drug delivery resulting in death.
- Includes offenses related to arson, theft, forgery, bribery, and insurance fraud.
- Covers certain firearm-related crimes and prostitution-related offenses.
Who is affected
- Criminal defendants
- Prosecutors
- Individuals accused of specific crimes
- Law enforcement agencies
- The legal system
Notable changes
- Reduces the time limit for prosecuting certain criminal offenses from potentially longer periods to five years.
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