The bill amends the penalties for theft and related offenses in Wyoming, specifically adjusting the definitions and consequences associated with various theft-related crimes. Under the new provisions, theft is classified as a felony if the value of the property is $500 or more, down from the previous threshold of $1,000. Additionally, the penalties for misdemeanor theft are increased, with imprisonment extended from six months to one year and fines raised from $750 to $1,500 for property valued under $500.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the classification of repeat theft offenders, changing the designation from a fifth offense to a third or subsequent offense, which will now be treated as a felony with the same penalties as other felony thefts. The penalties for unlawful use of theft detection shielding devices are also updated, aligning them with the new misdemeanor definitions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-3-402, 6-3-411