This section of Pennsylvania law clarifies that prompt reporting of crimes to authorities is not mandatory in prosecutions, but evidence of delayed reporting may be introduced. It also states that victims are not required to resist during an offense, though evidence of consent can be presented. The laws have been amended to specify applicability to offenses committed after certain dates.
No, Pennsylvania law states that prompt reporting to authorities is not required in criminal prosecutions, but evidence of delayed reporting can be introduced.
No, victims are not required to resist in criminal cases, although evidence of resistance or consent can be used in court.
Yes, the law permits the introduction of evidence showing a victim's failure to promptly report the crime.
The amendments specify that certain provisions apply to offenses committed on or after the effective dates of the respective amendments.