The Pennsylvania State Police issued a reminder today regarding the theft of political campaign signs.
In light of recent thefts of political campaign signs reported in the Troop A coverage area, Commanding Officer Captain Stephen M. Russo and members of Troop A would like to remind members of the public that stealing these signs is a crime.
A person found to have stolen a political campaign sign or signs may be charged with a violation of Title 18, Section 3921, Theft by Unlawful Taking or Disposition, which is as follows:
§ 3921. Theft by unlawful taking or disposition.
(a) Movable property.–A person is guilty of theft if he unlawfully takes, or exercises unlawful control over, movable property of another with intent to deprive him thereof.
(b) Immovable property.–A person is guilty of theft if he unlawfully transfers, or exercises unlawful control over, immovable property of another or any interest therein with intent to benefit himself or another not entitled thereto.
According to Title 18, Section 3903, Grading of theft offenses, theft of property valued at less than $50 constitutes a misdemeanor of the third degree.
For more information about the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov
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