Crimes and punishments; creating certain offenses related to gift cards and gift certificates. Effective date.
Approved by Governor 05/11/2026
Summary
The bill defines gift cards, gift certificates, cardholders, issuers, and redemption information, then makes it a crime to steal, alter, or fraudulently obtain or use them. Penalties range from ordinary larceny to grand larceny if the stolen value exceeds $950 in a six‑month period. It aims to protect consumers and retailers from gift‑card fraud.
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