Plain-Language Summary

Pennsylvania law defines key terms related to paintball guns and markers, including barrel-blocking devices, and regulates the use of tear or noxious gases. The law specifies standards for barrel-blocking devices and prohibits the misuse of tear gases in labor disputes. These provisions aim to ensure safety and regulate the use of certain devices and substances.

Frequently Asked Questions

A barrel-blocking device is a device that prevents the discharge of a paintball from a paintball gun or marker and meets ASTM F2271-03 standards.

Yes, Pennsylvania law defines paintball guns and markers and specifies standards for barrel-blocking devices to ensure safety.

No, using tear or noxious gases against individuals involved in a labor dispute is a first-degree misdemeanor under Pennsylvania law.

Any liquid or gaseous substance that causes tears, irritation, or nausea, including red pepper spray, is considered tear or noxious gas.