The proposed bill establishes a new section, 812.136, in the Florida Statutes to address mail theft. It defines key terms such as "mail," "mail depository," and "postal service," and outlines specific prohibited actions related to unlawfully obtained mail. These actions include removing mail from a mail depository with the intent to steal, obtaining custody of mail through fraud, and selling or concealing mail that was illegally obtained. Additionally, the bill prohibits the theft or unauthorized reproduction of keys or locks used for mail depositories.
Violations of this new section are classified as a felony of the third degree, with penalties as specified in existing statutes. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.