Bill > SB919

This bill repeals and replaces Section 570.030 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, which defines the offense of stealing. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Defining the offense of stealing as appropriating property or services of another without consent or through deceit/coercion, or receiving/retaining stolen property. 2. Establishing various felony classifications for stealing based on the value and type of property stolen, such as a Class A felony for stealing anhydrous ammonia equipment, a Class B felony for stealing livestock or captive wildlife over $3,000, and a Class C felony for stealing property valued at $25,000 or more. 3. Creating a new Class E felony for stealing mail or packages delivered by common carriers or delivery services. 4. Allowing the aggregation of property values stolen as part of a single criminal episode to determine the grade of the offense, except for certain high-value or sensitive property. The bill aims to enhance penalties for various types of theft, particularly those involving dangerous substances, livestock, and mail/packages.