Theft amendments.

Summary

The bill amends Wyoming’s theft statutes to increase punishments. Theft of property worth less than $1,000 remains a misdemeanor with up to a year in jail and a $750‑$1,500 fine. A third, fifth or later theft‑related conviction becomes a felony punishable by up to ten years in prison and a $10,000 fine, and misuse of theft‑detection shielding devices is also treated as a misdemeanor. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

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