California SB1266 amends the Penal Code to classify theft of copper materials over $950 as grand theft.
California SB1266 amends Section 487j of the Penal Code to redefine the value of stolen copper materials for theft calculations. Instead of using fair market scrap value, the value is now calculated based on the full cost to the victim to repair and replace the stolen materials, including labor and equipment, but excluding labor costs. This change applies to copper wire, cable, tubing, and piping. The bill also specifies that grand theft of copper materials valued over $950 is punishable by a fine up to $2,500, imprisonment in county jail for up to one year, or both.
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