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AR HB1779
Bill
Status
4/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jimmie Gazaway
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AI Summary
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Theft of a postal package from the curtilage of a residential structure or from a delivery vehicle at any point along the delivery route is elevated to a Class C felony under Arkansas Code § 5-36-103
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The bill removes postal package theft from the Class D felony category and reclassifies it as a more serious Class C felony offense
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Class C felonies in Arkansas carry penalties of 3-10 years imprisonment and fines up to $10,000, compared to Class D felonies which carry 0-6 years imprisonment
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The law applies regardless of the value of the package contents, treating all residential package theft as a felony-level offense
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Approved April 17, 2025, as Act 833 of the Regular Session
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Related To Theft Of Property; And Enhance The Offense Classification For The Theft Of A Postal Package Delivered To A Person's Residence And Left Within The Curtilage Of The Residence.
Last Action
Notification that HB1779 is now Act 833
4/17/2025