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SB 108

CRIM PRO-ASSESSMENT FEES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Murri Briel and 9 co-sponsors

Senate Bill 108 establishes penalties for mail theft, enhancing protections against identity theft, and increases accountability for offenders targeting sensitive information.

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Bill Summary · SB 108

Summary of Senate Bill 108: Crimes and Offenses - Mail Theft

Bill Number: SB 108
Title: Crimes and offenses; crime of mail theft, established; penalties, provided
Status: Enacted
Introduced: February 5, 2025
Effective Date: October 1, 2025
Sponsor: Senator April Weaver
Committee: Judiciary

Purpose and Intent

Senate Bill 108 aims to address the growing concern of mail theft by establishing specific criminal offenses related to the theft and receipt of stolen mail. The bill seeks to enhance penalties for such crimes, particularly when sensitive personally identifying information is involved, thereby providing greater protection for individuals against identity theft and fraud.

Key Provisions

  1. Definition of Mail Theft:

    • A person commits mail theft if they take mail addressed to another person from a mailbox or other premises without the addressee's consent and with the intent to deprive them of that mail.
    • Penalties:
      • Class A Misdemeanor for general mail theft.
      • Class D Felony if mail is taken from 10-29 addresses.
      • Class C Felony if mail is taken from 30 or more addresses.
      • Enhanced penalties apply if the theft is intended to obtain sensitive personally identifying information.

  2. Receiving Stolen Mail:

    • A person commits the crime of receiving stolen mail if they intentionally receive, retain, or dispose of stolen mail, knowing it is stolen or having reasonable grounds to believe it is stolen.
    • Penalties:
      • Class A Misdemeanor for general receiving of stolen mail.
      • Class C Felony if the mail contains sensitive personally identifying information with intent to defraud.

  3. Intent and Knowledge:

    • The bill outlines specific criteria to establish intent, such as prior possession of stolen mail or handling stolen property in a business context.

Impact

  • Affected Parties: The legislation primarily affects individuals who may be victims of mail theft, as well as those who engage in such criminal activities. Law enforcement and judicial systems will also be impacted due to the increased number of cases related to mail theft and receiving stolen mail.
  • Fiscal Implications: The enactment of SB 108 is expected to increase receipts to the State General Fund and municipal general funds from fines and court costs. However, it may also lead to increased obligations for local jails, district attorneys, and correctional programs, depending on the number of prosecutions and convictions.

Procedural Timeline

  • February 5, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
  • March 5, 2025: Reported out of committee and passed the Senate.
  • May 7, 2025: Passed the House with amendments.
  • May 14, 2025: Enrolled and delivered to the Governor for signature.
  • May 21, 2025: Bill enacted into law.

Senate Bill 108 represents a significant step in addressing mail theft and enhancing the legal framework surrounding this crime, aiming to deter potential offenders and protect citizens from identity theft.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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