Pennsylvania § 5704 - Penalties.

Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5704 — Penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5704. Penalties.

(a) Grading and penalties.--An individual violating this chapter:

(1) For a first offense, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $500, in addition to restitution costs.

(2) For a second offense, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $1,000, in addition to restitution costs.

(3) For a third or subsequent offense, commits a misdemeanor of the third degree and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay restitution costs.

(b) Definition.--For purposes of this subsection, the term "restitution costs" shall include costs for towing, storage, notice, publication mailing or any other costs associated with the removal or junking of a boat.

Cross References. Section 5704 is referred to in section 5703 of this title.

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What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5704 cover?

Section 5704 ("Penalties.") 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.

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