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MS HB1066

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/8/2017

Primary Sponsor

Casey Eure

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases minimum fine for theft of crabs, crab traps, or related property from $100 to $2,000
  • Increases maximum fine for theft of crabs, crab traps, or related property from $500 to $5,000
  • Removes enhanced penalties for second and subsequent offenses within three years and penalty reduction restrictions
  • Requires restitution to trap owners for crabs stolen from their traps in addition to fines
  • Effective date is July 1, 2017

Legislative Description

Stealing crabs and crab traps; increase the penalty for.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

3/8/2017

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B2/20/2017
Marine Resources1/16/2017

Full Bill Text

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