TX SB1281

Expands the definition of "mail" to include items in transit or delivered but not yet received by the addressee, and adds "negotiable instrument" as a defined term for theft purposes

Creates a rebuttable presumption of mail theft when a person possesses mail from 5 or more addressees, or mail containing 5 or more negotiable instruments (checks, promissory notes, etc.)

Establishes graduated felony penalties for mail theft involving negotiable instruments: state jail felony for 5 or fewer instruments, third-degree felony for 6-9, second-degree felony for 10-49, and first-degree felony for 50 or more

Increases penalties by one category when the victim is a disabled or elderly individual and the offense involves negotiable instruments

Creates a new third-degree felony offense for unlawfully obtaining, possessing, duplicating, transferring, or using postal service mailbox keys or locks with intent to harm, defraud, or deprive another of property, with enhanced second-degree felony for repeat offenders