New Pennsylvania law makes porch pirating, stealing packages a felony

Pennsylvania now joins 8 other states, including New Jersey, where porch pirating is a felony

Friday, December 15, 2023

The new law focuses on repeat offenders and uses a grading system to increase penalties if the thief had prior mail theft convictions.

A new law in Pennsylvania makes porch pirating a felony.

It was introduced by Bucks County Senator Frank Farry.

There are now specific penalties for mail theft, including the theft of a package, bag or letter.

The new law focuses on repeat offenders and uses a grading system to increase penalties if the thief had prior mail theft convictions.

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Pennsylvania now joins eight other states, including New Jersey, where porch pirating is a felony.

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