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California voters backed Proposition 36, looking for a new direction on homelessness, retail theft and drug overdoses. Gov. Gavin Newsom opposed it.

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Anger over retail theft drives California voters to make certain shoplifting crimes felonies again. Author: CalMatters, Associated Press, Staff (ABC10).

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Prop 36 allows felony charges and increases sentences for certain drug and theft crimes if defendant has two prior convictions. It also targets fentanyl and "smash-and-grab" crimes, but opponents argue it will lead to more crime and waste billions on prisons.

California Prop. 36: Who supports it – and what does a ‘yes’ vote mean?
Prop. 36 would reverse some of the reforms of Prop. 47, which reduced prison overcrowding by reclassifying some nonviolent crimes as misdemeanors. Supporters say Prop. 36 would address homelessness, drug addiction and theft, while opponents say it would increase costs and crime.

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Proposition 36 aims to revive drug court participation and increase penalties for certain theft and drug offenses in California. Learn how it differs from previous reforms, what it means for drug arrests, and why it is controversial.

California Prop 36: What it means for retail crime punishments – NBC ...
California voters overwhelmingly passed Proposition 36 to increase punishments for some theft and drug possession offenses.. With more than half of the ballots as of Wednesday morning, over 6.3 ...

California voters approve anti-crime ballot measure Prop. 36
Voters approve Prop. 36 and Prop. 3, which enshrines marriage as a ‘fundamental right’ for all Nov. 6, 2024 Proposition 33, the rent control statewide ballot measure, is rejected by California ...

California Proposition 36, Drug and Theft Crime Penalties and Treatment ...
Proposition 36 is a state statute on the ballot in California in 2024 that would change some of the penalties for drug and theft crimes that were reduced by Proposition 47 in 2014. It would increase sentences for certain drugs and thefts, add fentanyl to the list of felony drugs, and require courts to warn of potential liability for distributing deadly drugs.

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Your guide to Proposition 36: Stiffer penalties for some drug and theft crimes. (Los Angeles Times) By Anabel Sosa. and Gabrielle LaMarr LeMee. Published July 8, 2024 Updated Oct. 21, 2024 6:55 PM ...

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This proposition would allow for felony charges for certain drug and theft crimes if the defendant has two prior convictions for these offenses. race called Live analysis of the results › Source ...

2024 California Voter Guide: Proposition 36 - KQED
Proposition 36 would roll back parts of a 2014 ballot measure that reclassified some petty theft and drug possession crimes as misdemeanors. It would allow prosecutors to charge felonies and seek jail or prison time for repeat offenders, and give them the option of drug treatment.

California Proposition 36: Penalties for theft, drug crimes - CalMatters
Prop 36 would reclassify some misdemeanor theft and drug crimes as felonies and create a new category of treatment-mandated felony. It is a response to Prop 47, which reduced some crimes to misdemeanors, and aims to combat homelessness and crime.

. California Proposition 36, the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act of 2000, was an initiative statute that permanently changed state law to allow qualifying defendants convicted of non-violent drug possession offenses to receive a probationary sentence in lieu of incarceration. As a condition of probation defendants are required to participate in and complete a licensed and/or certified community drug treatment program. If the defendant fails to complete this program or violates any other term or condition of their probation, then probation can be revoked and the defendant may be required to serve an additional sentence which may include incarceration.
Voters approve Proposition 36 and Proposition 3, which enshrines marriage as a 'fundamental right'
Here's how California voted on statewide measures in the 2024 election, including Proposition 36 on retail theft and fentanyl.

Prop 36, which would increase penalties for theft and drug arrests, passed by California voters
Proposition 36, one of this year’s most high-profile and divisive ballot measures in California, has been approved by voters with overwhelming support. The law will enact harsher penalties for repeat theft and drug crimes,

Voter-approved California Prop. 36 gives law enforcement teeth to rehab drug users and limit theft, officials say
With the measure headed for victory. Southern California prosecutors say their goal is to protect residents and not to fill jails and prisons.

Prop 36 passes by overwhelming margin to toughen retail crime penalties
Californians will decide the fate of Proposition 36, a measure that seeks to increase punishments for some theft and drug possession offenses.

Prop 36 passes: California votes to crack down on crime
Now, certain drug offenses and thefts under $950 can be classified as felonies rather than misdemeanors if the suspected perpetrator has two or more past convictions for theft crimes.