North Carolina H202 establishes the Defense Against Porch Pirates Act, creating a new offense of mail larceny.

North Carolina H202, the Defense Against Porch Pirates Act, introduces a new offense of mail larceny. This law targets individuals who unlawfully take or control mail with intent to deprive the owner. Penalties vary based on the value of the mail and the offender's prior convictions, ranging from a Class A1 misdemeanor to a Class E felony. The act becomes effective December 1, 2025, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.

North Carolina H202 establishes the Defense Against Porch Pirates Act, creating a new offense of mail larceny.

North Carolina H202, the Defense Against Porch Pirates Act, introduces a new offense of mail larceny. This law targets individuals who unlawfully take or control mail with intent to deprive the owner. Penalties vary based on the value of the mail and the offender's prior convictions, ranging from a Class A1 misdemeanor to a Class E felony. The act becomes effective December 1, 2025, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.