The proposed bill introduces new provisions related to organized theft, specifically targeting the theft of medical records, medical information, and mail theft. A new section, AS 11.46.115, defines organized theft as a crime committed by individuals acting in coordination with a group of three or more persons who have engaged in multiple violations of existing theft laws. Organized theft is classified as a class A felony. Additionally, the bill amends AS 11.46.130 to include medical records and other medical information as items subject to theft in the second degree, alongside access devices, while removing identification documents from the list of items.

Furthermore, the bill amends AS 11.46.140 to expand the definition of theft in the third degree to include mail as a specific category of property. The bill clarifies that it applies to offenses committed on or after its effective date, which is set for July 1, 2025. Overall, the legislation aims to strengthen penalties and definitions surrounding organized theft and the theft of sensitive information.

Statutes affected:
HB0106A, AM HB 106, introduced 02/14/2025: 11.46.120, 11.46.130, 11.46.100, 11.46.140, 11.46.220