Northern California deputies use new law to crack down on retail theft, nearly 200 busts

(FOX40.COM) — Deputies in Northern California are crediting a new law for their success in several retail theft operations. The law referenced is Proposition 36 which went into effect on Jan. 1. Prop 36 allows felony charges to be filed for thefts under $950 if the defendant has two prior theft convictions. The legislation was […]

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