An act relating to establishing mandatory minimum sentences of incarceration for retail theft and drug trafficking

Summary

The proposal sets fixed minimum prison sentences for people convicted of shoplifting and for repeat drug‑trafficking crimes. Penalties increase with the value of stolen goods and the number of prior theft offenses, while any trafficking conviction carries at least one year in prison, rising to two years if the act causes death or serious injury. Supporters say the tougher penalties will deter these crimes.

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