Theft of street, road or highway signs; provide penalties for.

HB 815 prohibits the removal or assistance in removing street, road, or highway signs, with penalties including misdemeanor fines up to $1,000 per offense or felony charges (up to 5 years in prison and $10,000 fines) if the sign's value exceeds $1,000. The bill directly affects anyone who removes or aids in removing these signs, whether for personal gain or other reasons. It also amends Mississippi law to add street/road/highway signs to the list of metals scrap dealers cannot purchase, aligning them with existing restrictions on materials like copper and aluminum. The law aims to protect public infrastructure by deterring theft and unauthorized removal of signage.