This bill proposes to amend Title 13, Chapter 18 of the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 13-1821, specifically addressing the theft of motor fuel. The bill defines theft of motor fuel as actions taken without authorization, including breaching or accessing retail fuel dispensers, possessing devices intended to manipulate these dispensers, tampering with their components, or using electronic communication to disrupt their operation.

In terms of penalties, the bill classifies violations of breaching a retail fuel dispenser or possessing a device for manipulation as a class 6 felony, escalating to a class 5 felony if motor fuel is obtained. Additionally, tampering with dispensers or using electronic means to alter their operation is classified as a class 5 felony. The bill also clarifies that "motor fuel" encompasses motor vehicle fuel, use fuel, and aviation fuel, aligning with existing definitions in section 28-5601.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-1821
Senate Engrossed Version: 13-1821