LD1773

An Act to Criminalize Certain Offenses Related to Gift Card Thefts

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Maine LD1773 criminalizes theft of gift cards as part of organized retail theft.

Maine LD1773 amends the definition of "retail merchandise" to include gift cards, thereby criminalizing their theft as part of organized retail theft. This change ensures that the theft of gift cards is treated similarly to the theft of other retail merchandise, such as electronics and commodities. The bill aims to protect consumers and retailers from the financial losses associated with gift card theft.

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Calendar

May 1, 2025

9:30 AM

Hearing

Apr 30, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Apr 13

Senate

On motion by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin taken from the Special Appropriations Table.

Apr 13

Senate

Subsequently, PASSED TO BE ENACTED in concurrence.

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.