§ 4116.1. Unlawful operation of recording device in motion picture theater
Purdon's Pennsylvania Statutes and Consolidated StatutesTitle 18 Pa.C.S.A. Crimes and Offenses
18 Pa.C.S.A. § 4116.1
§ 4116.1. Unlawful operation of recording device in motion picture theater
(1) A peace officer, theater owner or an agent under contract with a theater owner who reasonably believes that an offense under the section has occurred or is occurring and who reasonably believes that a specific person has committed or is committing an offense under this section may detain the suspect in a reasonable manner for a reasonable time on or off the premises for any of the following purposes:
(2) If any person admitted to a theater in which a motion picture is to be or is being exhibited refuses or fails to give or surrender possession or to cease operation of any recording device that the person has brought into or attempts to bring into that theater, then a theater owner shall have the right to refuse further admission to that person or request that the person leave the premises.
“Motion picture theater.” A premises used for the exhibition or performance of motion pictures to the general public.
“Recording device.” A photographic or video camera, audio or video recorder or any other device now existing or later developed which may be used for recording or transferring sounds or images.
“Theater owner.” An owner or operator and the agent, employee, consignee, lessee or officer of an owner or operator of any motion picture theater.
Credits
1996, Dec. 20, P.L. 1499, No. 194, § 2, effective in 60 days.
18 Pa.C.S.A. § 4116.1, PA ST 18 Pa.C.S.A. § 4116.1
Current through the end of the 2023 Regular Session. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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