During this election season, Upper Providence would like to remind all that stealing political signs is a crime under Pennsylvania Title 18, Section 3921.  

     § 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.

In PA Title 18, Section 3902. grading of theft offenses with the property valued less than $50 constitutes as a misdemeanor of the third degree.  

For more information visit the Pennsylvania State Police website at www.psp.pa.gov.