Legal Obligation To Report

Summary

In Pennsylvania, theres no general legal obligation to report a crime. However, specific circumstances may require it, such as mandatory reporting for child abuse. Concealing knowledge of a felony or harboring a fugitive can lead to charges. Consult a local attorney for detailed advice.

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In Pennsy****vania, there's no genera**** ****ega**** ob****igation to report a crime. However, specific circumstances may require it, ****ike mandatory reporting for chi****d abuse. Here are some exceptions:
- Chi****d abuse reporting ****aws for certain professions
- Concea****ing know****edge of a fe****ony or harboring a fugitive can ****ead to charges
These ****aws can be comp****ex. Consider consu****ting a ****oca**** attorney.