This bill amends Titles 18 and 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically addressing the offense of burglary and definitions related to juvenile matters. A significant change includes the addition of a provision that classifies burglary as a felony of the first degree if the intent upon entering a building is to commit theft of a firearm or ammunition. Additionally, the bill introduces new sentencing considerations for burglary cases where a domestic animal is harmed or killed, or where a subsequent crime is committed using stolen firearms or ammunition.

In the juvenile matters section, the definitions of "child" and "delinquent act" are updated. The definition of "child" now includes individuals under 21 who committed delinquent acts before turning 18 and who remain under court jurisdiction due to specific educational or employment conditions. The definition of "delinquent act" is expanded to include burglary as a prohibited conduct for individuals aged 15 and older, aligning it with other serious offenses. These amendments aim to enhance legal clarity and strengthen penalties related to burglary and juvenile delinquency.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1092 (Jul 31, 2025): 18-3502(d.1)