Bill > H34

This bill amends North Carolina's criminal law to establish a more severe penalty for mail-related theft by increasing the punishment for larceny, receiving, or possessing stolen mail. Specifically, the bill defines "mail" broadly as any letter, package, bag, or item of value sent or delivered through any method, including common carriers, commercial delivery services, or private delivery services. Under the new provision, if a person is convicted of stealing, receiving, or possessing stolen mail, they will be sentenced one class level higher than the principal offense they were originally convicted of, effectively creating a more stringent punishment for mail-related theft. The bill will become effective on December 1, 2025, and will apply to offenses committed on or after that date, giving potential offenders and law enforcement clear notice of the new legal standard.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H34