Pennsylvania § 3055 - Victims in shelters.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3055 — Victims in shelters., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3055. Victims in shelters.
(a) Voluntary placement.--Residence of a victim of human trafficking in a shelter or other facility shall be voluntary, and a victim of human trafficking may decline to stay in a shelter or other facility.
(b) Restrictions on admission.--Admission to a shelter:
(1) shall be made without regard to race, religion, ethnic background, sexual orientation, country of origin or culture; and
(2) may not be conditioned on whether the victim of human trafficking is cooperating with a law enforcement agency in its attempts to prosecute persons under this chapter.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 3055
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3055 cover?
Section 3055 ("Victims in shelters.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 3055?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 3055 apply to my situation?
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