Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-92
(a) General penalty.--Except as provided in subsection (b), a violation of this subchapter is a summary offense of the fifth degree.(b) Specific penalties.--(1) A violation of section 2382(b)(3) (relating to training dogs on small game) is a summary offense of the fourth degree. In addition to the imposition of a penalty, the violator shall also be liable for the replacement costs of the game or wildlife killed or injured as determined by commission regulations.(2) A violation of section 2383 (relating to dogs pursuing, injuring or killing big game) is a summary offense of the third degree. In addition to the imposition of a penalty, the violator shall also be liable for the replacement costs of the game or wildlife killed or injured as determined by commission regulation.(c) Second or subsequent conviction.--Any conviction for a second or subsequent offense shall result in a fine that is double the amount for the first offense. 1986, July 8, P.L. 442, No. 93, § 1, effective 7/1/1987.