New Federal Center and Tools to Combat Organized Retail Crime.
The Act establishes a federal coordination center (ORCCC) to combat organized criminal groups that steal goods from stores, often using violence, and then sell them online. It also amends federal law, making it easier to prosecute thieves who transport stolen goods valued over $5,000 within a year, aiming to increase safety in stores and reduce losses ultimately borne by consumers.
Key points
Establishment of the Federal Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center (ORCCC) within the Department of Homeland Security to cooperate with state and local police and retailers in prosecuting organized criminal groups.
Expansion of federal authority to prosecute large-scale retail theft, including lowering the threshold for the value of stolen goods (over $5,000 within 12 months) transported interstate or sold online.
Strengthening public safety by combating groups that often use violence against store employees and customers during thefts.
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