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SB 219

Revises provisions relating to organized retail theft. (BDR 15-727)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Ellison

SB 219 would modify Nevada's organized retail theft laws, but failed to advance beyond committee referral before the legislative deadline expired.

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Bill Summary · SB 219

Legislative bill overview

SB 219 revises Nevada's legal provisions addressing organized retail theft, modifying definitions, penalties, or enforcement mechanisms related to coordinated theft operations targeting retail establishments. The bill was introduced by Senator John Ellison but did not advance past the printing stage before the legislative deadline.

Why is this important

Organized retail theft costs businesses billions annually and is increasingly sophisticated, with criminal networks targeting high-value merchandise for resale. States have experimented with various legislative approaches—enhanced penalties, civil remedies, and data-sharing requirements—to address this growing problem, making Nevada's specific approach relevant to retail regulation and public safety.

Potential points of contention

  • Penalty severity: Disagreement over whether enhanced criminal penalties effectively deter organized theft rings or primarily affect low-level participants
  • Definitional scope: Questions about how "organized retail theft" is defined—whether it captures only large coordinated operations or affects smaller theft incidents
  • Retailer liability and data sharing: Potential concerns about requiring retailers to report theft patterns or share customer data with law enforcement, balancing security with privacy

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

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