Pennsylvania law Section 307 and 308 establish the liability of organizations and their agents for criminal conduct. It specifies that individuals acting on behalf of a corporation or association can be held responsible for their actions, especially if they have a duty to act or are considered high managerial agents. The law also defines key terms such as 'agent' and 'high managerial agent' to clarify who can be held accountable.
Individuals acting or responsible for the organization, including agents and high managerial agents, can be held liable if they commit or cause the crime.
A high managerial agent is an officer, partner, or other agent with duties that represent the policy of the organization and can be held responsible for criminal conduct.
Yes, organizations can be held accountable when their agents or employees commit crimes in the scope of their duties.
An agent includes directors, officers, employees, or anyone authorized to act on behalf of the organization or association.