Senate Bill No. 748 amends the existing law regarding larceny from retailers and wholesalers in Oklahoma. The bill establishes specific penalties for various levels of larceny based on the value of the stolen goods. For first or second convictions involving items valued under $1,000, offenders may face a misdemeanor with up to 30 days in jail and fines ranging from $10 to $500. Subsequent convictions and higher-value thefts result in increased penalties, including potential felony charges and longer prison sentences. Additionally, the bill allows for the aggregation of values from multiple offenses committed within a 180-day period to determine appropriate punishment.

A significant addition to the law is the specific penalty for the theft of shopping carts, which will now incur a fine of up to $500 or 30 hours of community service per violation. Furthermore, any person convicted under this section will be required to pay restitution to the victim. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-1731
Floor (Senate): 21-1731