MA S1209

Adds two new sections (37F and 37G) to Chapter 266 of Massachusetts General Laws to establish specific criminal offenses for gift card fraud and tampering

Defines key terms including closed-loop gift cards (redeemable at single merchant/affiliates), open-loop gift cards (redeemable at multiple unaffiliated merchants), and gift card redemption information

Classifies fraudulent acquisition or retention of gift cards or redemption information without consent as larceny under existing law

Classifies intentional alteration or tampering with gift cards as forgery under Chapter 267

Elevates the offense to felony larceny when the value obtained through fraudulent use of tampered or stolen gift cards exceeds $1,200 in any consecutive six-month period