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Utah bill would stiffen penalties for retail theft by groups or across state lines
Lawmakers are considering ramping up penalties for retail theft, in particular what they call illegal, out-of-state “businesses” that target Utah stores and resell the merchandise on the black market. The bill, called Criminal Offense Modifications, also addresses a number of issues related to gang activity and organized crime in the state, including increased penalties for adults who recruit or intimidate minors into a gang. It would enhance the penalty for people who come to Utah intent on stealing from retail stores, a crime that, as long as there isn’t more than $500 of ...
