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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 80(R)

House Bill 1766

House Author:  Pena et al.

Effective:  9-1-07

Senate Sponsor:  Carona

            House Bill 1766 amends the Penal Code to make it a state jail felony under the offense of theft to steal property if the value of the property stolen is less than $20,000 and the property stolen is wire or cable that consists of at least 50 percent aluminum, bronze, or copper.  The penalty for such theft is enhanced to a third-degree felony if certain conditions are met.