Unlawful removal of a theft detection device

(a) A person commits the offense of unlawful removal of a theft detection device if the person knowingly removes a theft detection device from merchandise prior to purchase with the intent to commit theft or retail theft. (b) (1) The unlawful removal of a theft detection device is a Class A misdemeanor. (2) A subsequent violation of this section is a Class D felony. Acts 2001, No. 1194, § 4. (a) A person commits the offense of unlawful removal of a theft detection device if the person knowingly removes a theft detection device from merchandise prior to purchase with the intent to commit theft or retail theft. (b) (1) The unlawful removal of a theft detection device is a Class A misdemeanor. (2) A subsequent violation of this section is a Class D felony. (1) The unlawful removal of a theft detection device is a Class A misdemeanor. (2) A subsequent violation of this section is a Class D felony. Acts 2001, No. 1194, § 4.