This bill amends Louisiana's theft laws by introducing new provisions related to the theft of packages delivered to inhabited dwellings and the assault of store employees during theft attempts. Specifically, it establishes that if an offender has prior theft convictions, subsequent offenses will result in harsher penalties, including imprisonment for up to two years or fines up to two thousand dollars. Additionally, if the theft involves a package delivered to someone else's home, the offender will face similar penalties.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that if an offender assaults a store employee while committing or attempting to commit theft, they must serve at least fifteen days of their sentence without the possibility of probation or suspension. The legislation also clarifies that in cases of theft involving multiple acts, the total value of the misappropriated items will determine the severity of the offense. Lastly, it allows for the inference of intent to permanently deprive a merchant of property based on specific actions taken by the defendant during the theft.

Statutes affected:
HB451 Original: 14:67(B)(4)
HB451 Engrossed: 14:67(B)(4)
HB451 Enrolled: 14:67(B)(4)
HB451 Act : 14:67(B)(4)