Maryland HB0752: Theft and Fraud Crimes (Criminal Law)

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Gift Card Fraud & Tampering Protections; Criminal Penalties

Effective: October 1, 2026 Status: Passed State: Maryland Tags: Scams, Social Engineering

About the Legislation:

Providing for the valuation of a gift card for the purpose of determining value for crimes involving theft; prohibiting a person, with the intent to defraud another, from altering or tampering with a gift card or its packaging; and providing that a violation of the Act is a misdemeanor punishable by a term of imprisonment of up to 18 months or a fine not to exceed $500 or both.

Maryland HB0752: Theft and Fraud Crimes (Criminal Law)

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