The bill H.19 proposes an amendment to the existing law regarding grand larceny in Vermont, specifically addressing the theft of firearms. The new legal language stipulates that stealing a firearm of any value will be classified as grand larceny, alongside the existing provision that theft of property exceeding $900 in value also constitutes grand larceny. The amendment adds a new subsection (a)(2) to 13 V.S.A. § 2501, which explicitly includes firearms in the definition of property that, when stolen, can lead to imprisonment for up to 10 years or a fine of up to $5,000.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "firearm" by referencing section 4016 of the same title, ensuring that the term is consistently understood within the context of the law. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, reinforcing the state's commitment to addressing firearm theft as a serious crime.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 13-2501