Texas SB2372 creates a criminal offense for fraudulent use, possession, or tampering with gift cards or gift card data.

Texas SB2372 amends the Penal Code to create the criminal offense of fraudulent use, possession, or tampering with gift cards or gift card data. The bill defines counterfeit gift cards and outlines various fraudulent activities, such as removing un-activated gift cards from retail locations or possessing un-activated gift cards without consent. Penalties vary based on the number of gift cards involved, ranging from a state jail felony to a first-degree felony.

Texas SB2372 creates a criminal offense for fraudulent use, possession, or tampering with gift cards or gift card data.

Texas SB2372 amends the Penal Code to create the criminal offense of fraudulent use, possession, or tampering with gift cards or gift card data. The bill defines counterfeit gift cards and outlines various fraudulent activities, such as removing un-activated gift cards from retail locations or possessing un-activated gift cards without consent. Penalties vary based on the number of gift cards involved, ranging from a state jail felony to a first-degree felony.