Crackdown on retail theft continues

Crackdown on retail theft continues after passage of Prop 36 in California
Local law enforcement agencies say they plan to continue their retail theft operations in the coming weeks.
Cesar's story and the reality of California retail theft | Tough-on-crime Proposition 36
Voters went on to pass California's tougher-on-crime Proposition 36 with the largest margin of any measure on the ballot, which highlighted a bit of a disconnect between state lawmakers and the people they represent.
Proposition 36, new state law cracking down on retail theft, now in effect
Third petty theft conviction can now be brought as a felony, as can third conviction for possession of so-called “hard” drugs
Prop 36 takes effect in California. What it means for retail theft and drug possession penalties
Proposition 36, which increases punishments for some theft and drug possession offenses, went into effect in California.
What happens to retail theft ringleaders? | Tough-on-crime Proposition 36
In the lead-up to the election, the governor and attorney general publicized statewide organized retail theft arrests, but what the press releases didn't say is what happens to the retail theft ring leaders after the arrests.
California's Prop 36 now in effect, increasing penalties for certain theft and drug crimes
After winning widespread support in the November election, Prop. 36, which increases penalties for certain theft and drug crimes, is now in effect.
Gov. Gavin Newsom doubles down on opposition to Prop. 36
Prop. 36 never included organized retail theft, it never addressed that issue,” Newsom told reporters from a CHP facility in Oakland.
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Southern California woman facing enhanced charges with Prop 36 now in effect
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How California's Proposition 36 Changed Shoplifting for Two Thieves
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Orange County legislator pushes for statewide access to treatment courts under Prop. 36
Proposition 36, a tough-on-crime measure that officially went into effect Dec. 18, includes a rehabilitative component.
Yuba City police say man caught stealing packages will face felony charges, citing Proposition 36
A man with previous drug and theft convictions will now face felony charges after being caught stealing packages, the Yuba ...
Kern County D.A. files first charges under Proposition 36
The first felony charges under California's Proposition 36 have been filed. Dustin Towery, 25, pleaded not guilty Monday to ...