This bill amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to address theft by extortion and the dissemination of booking photographs. It introduces a new prohibition against soliciting or accepting payment for the removal or destruction of booking photographs, categorizing such actions as offenses. Each instance of payment or consideration solicited in violation of this prohibition is considered a separate violation. Additionally, the bill defines "booking photograph" as an image generated by law enforcement for identification purposes.

Furthermore, the bill establishes requirements for noncriminal justice agencies that publish booking photographs. These agencies must provide a clear method for individuals to request the removal and destruction of their booking photographs, which must be completed within seven days if certain conditions are met, such as the charges being resolved without a conviction or being subject to expungement. Noncompliance with these requirements can result in a civil penalty of $100 per day for each day the photograph remains published after the seven-day period. The bill also reiterates the definition of "booking photograph" for clarity.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 4007 (Oct 06, 2026): 18-3923