Relating to metal property.

Summary

The bill upgrades first‑degree criminal mischief to a Class C felony when damage exceeds $1,000, involves explosives, fires in institutions, livestock, or critical public‑utility and transportation property. It also creates a statewide scrap‑metal theft alert network and requires individuals who sell non‑ferrous or commercial metal to register with the Department of Justice after a background check, unless they are exempt. The changes aim to deter metal theft and protect public infrastructure.

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