This bill amends K.S.A. 21-5828 to expand the definition of "criminal use of a financial card" to include specific actions involving gift cards, thereby enhancing the legal framework surrounding crimes related to property. The bill outlines various acts that constitute criminal use, such as using a financial card or gift card without consent, using revoked or canceled cards, and tampering with gift cards. The penalties for these offenses are categorized based on the value of the money, goods, property, or services obtained, with severity levels ranging from a class A nonperson misdemeanor to a severity level 7 nonperson felony.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 21-5828, effectively replacing it with the newly amended language. The new definitions introduced include terms such as "closed-loop gift card," "open-loop gift card," and "gift card redemption information," which clarify the types of gift cards and their usage. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book, ensuring that the updated legal language is promptly implemented.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-5828