An act relating to the aggregate value of stolen property in certain crimes

This bill modifies Vermont's theft laws to allow prosecutors to combine the value of multiple thefts occurring within 180 days to determine if a crime meets the $900 threshold for more serious charges. It directly affects individuals accused of grand larceny and retail theft by changing how the value of stolen property is calculated in certain cases. The key provision permits adding up the value of separate theft incidents within a six-month period to decide whether a case is charged as a felony rather than a misdemeanor. If the combined value of these related thefts exceeds $900, the charges could be elevated to grand larceny or felony retail theft, which carry heavier penalties. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.