FL H0761

Upgrades unlawful conveyance of fuel from a third-degree to second-degree felony when fuel is fraudulently obtained using stolen credit cards, unauthorized computer access, or fraudulently scanned payment devices

Requires retail gas pump owners to install security measures on card readers, including pressure-sensitive security tape, devices that disable pumps upon unauthorized access, or encryption systems to protect customer payment card information

Establishes 5-day compliance window after written notice from Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for non-compliant fuel pumps; repeat violations allow immediate removal from service

Creates tiered penalties for trafficking in counterfeit credit cards: 5-14 cards is a second-degree felony, 15-49 cards is a first-degree felony, and 50+ cards is a first-degree felony with enhanced sentencing

Takes effect October 1, 2016