Pennsylvania State Sign Regulations

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Our Pennsylvania State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Pennsylvania prohibits smoking in a public place. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to bars, retail tobacco shops, designated hotel/motel rooms, truck stops, private clubs, and designated areas in healthcare facilities. The Pennsylvania Clean Indoor Air Act (PCIAA) became law on 9/11/2005 and requires posting of signs enforcing the law at various locations. (PCIAA sec 3.a, b1-12)

Swimming Pool Signs

Title 28, Chapter 18 of the Pennsylvania Code stipulates rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective on 9/18/1971.

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of Pennsylvania Code allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the city or county in which they reside. An applicant for a permit must be at least 21 years old, free from a conviction of a felony, and state the reason for wanting to obtain the permit. There are certain places such as court rooms, schools, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Pennsylvania honors the CCW permits of a number of other states. (18 Pa.C.S.A. 6106-6109) (18 Pa.C.S.A. 912-913)

Cell Phone Signs

Pennsylvania bans the use of all hand-held electronic wireless communication devices for texting by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Senate bill SB 314 went into effect on 3/8/2012.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.