Bill > HB451

This bill amends Louisiana's theft law to provide harsher penalties for certain theft offenses. Specifically, the bill: 1) Increases the maximum sentence for repeat offenders who commit theft of less than $1,000 from 6 months to 2 years in prison or a fine of up to $2,000. 2) Imposes a maximum 2-year prison sentence or $2,000 fine for theft of a package delivered to an inhabited dwelling. 3) Requires at least 15 days of the sentence to be served without probation or suspension if the offender assaults a store employee during the commission or attempted commission of theft. The bill also expands the circumstances under which an intent to permanently deprive the merchant of stolen goods can be inferred, such as intentionally concealing goods or altering price markings.

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https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=24rs&b=HB451&sbi=y