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ME LD1773

Bill

Status

Enrolled

6/2/2025

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Harrington

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Origin

Senate

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends Maine's organized retail theft statute (17-A MRSA §363) by adding a definition of "retail merchandise"

  • Defines "retail merchandise" as any product, good, or item of value displayed, held, stored, or offered by a retailer for sale to consumers

  • Explicitly includes gift cards, electronics, tangible personal property, and commodities within the definition

  • Ensures gift card theft is clearly covered under the existing organized retail theft crime

Legislative Description

An Act to Criminalize Certain Offenses Related to Gift Card Thefts

Crimes

Last Action

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.

6/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice And Public Safety4/24/2025

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