Bill > HB1779

This bill amends Arkansas law to enhance the criminal classification for theft of postal packages by modifying the existing theft of property statute. Specifically, the bill reclassifies the theft of a postal package from the curtilage (the area immediately surrounding a residential structure) or from a delivery vehicle during its route as a Class C felony, which typically involves property valued between $5,000 and $25,000 or theft involving specific circumstances like threat or firearm theft. Previously, such package theft was classified as a Class D felony, which generally applies to lower-value property thefts or specific types of stolen items. The change means that individuals convicted of stealing packages from residential areas or delivery routes could face more serious legal consequences, potentially including longer sentences and higher fines. This modification appears designed to deter package theft, which has become increasingly common with the rise of online shopping and home delivery services, by imposing stricter penalties for such criminal actions.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1779&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R