The bill amends Section 11-49-4 of the General Laws in Chapter 11-49, known as the "Credit Card Crime Act," to include provisions regarding the fraudulent use of debit cards alongside credit cards. Specifically, the language now states "Fraudulent use of credit or debit cards," and it expands the definition of fraudulent activities to encompass the use of debit cards obtained or retained in violation of the law, as well as those that are forged.

The act clarifies that the penalties for violations depend on the value of the goods or services obtained fraudulently, maintaining the existing thresholds for penalties based on the amount involved. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
952: 11-49-4