The bill amends K.S.A. 21-5801 to modify the penalties associated with theft, specifically regarding motor vehicles. It removes the previous provision that increased penalties for theft of any motor vehicle and instead specifies that the increased penalty applies only to motor vehicles valued at least $500 but less than $1,500. Additionally, the bill clarifies the severity levels for various theft amounts, establishing that theft of a motor vehicle within the specified value range is classified as a severity level 10, nonperson felony.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new definitions and clarifications regarding theft, including the treatment of property value and the classification of certain acts as felonies based on the value of stolen property. It also repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 21-5801, effectively replacing it with the newly amended language. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-5801
As Amended by House Committee: 21-5801
As Amended by Senate Committee: 21-5801