Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of organized retail theft.

HB 2135 defines "organized retail theft" as intentionally receiving, selling, or disposing of $100 or more in stolen or misrepresented retail merchandise, with penalties increasing based on the total value (e.g., $100-$750 = misdemeanor, $300,000+ = first-degree felony). It specifically targets individuals who organize, manage, or facilitate such theft rings, or who use devices to disable security systems during theft. The bill directly affects people involved in coordinated retail theft operations, including those who handle stolen goods or manipulate store security. If passed, it would change prosecution standards for these offenses, making higher-value thefts subject to more severe criminal penalties. The bill is currently pending in the Criminal Jurisprudence committee.