Election 2024: California Proposition 36 Would Increase Penalties for Theft and Drug Offenses
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California's Proposition 36: A Double-Edged Sword
This chapter examines California's Proposition 36, focusing on its implications for theft and drug offenses, and the contrasting effects of Proposition 47. It highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement and local businesses due to reclassified misdemeanors, while discussing the need for effective treatment options for drug offenders instead of punitive measures. The conversation also addresses the uneven application of these laws across counties and the potential fiscal impacts on the justice system.
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