Pennsylvania § 510 - Justification in property crimes.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 510 — Justification in property crimes., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 510. Justification in property crimes.
Conduct involving the appropriation, seizure or destruction of, damage to, intrusion on or interference with property is justifiable under circumstances which would establish a defense of privilege in a civil action based thereon, unless:
(1) this title or the law defining the offense deals with the specific situation involved; or
(2) a legislative purpose to exclude the justification claimed otherwise plainly appears.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 510
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 510 cover?
Section 510 ("Justification in property crimes.") 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 § 510?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 510 apply to my situation?
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