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PA HB2333

PA HB2333
In general provisions relating to offenses involving danger to the person, further providing for definitions.


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Introduced
03/10/2020
In Committee
03/10/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to offenses involving danger to the person, further providing for definitions.

AI Summary

This bill amends the definition of "serious provocation" in Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. The updated definition clarifies that the discovery, knowledge, or potential disclosure of a victim's gender identity, expression, or sexual orientation, including instances where the victim made an unwanted advance or had a relationship with the defendant, does not constitute serious provocation. The bill will take effect 60 days after enactment.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

Referred to JUDICIARY (on 03/10/2020)

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