Proponents said the initiative is necessary to close legal loopholes that have made it challenging for law enforcement to punish shoplifters and drug dealers.

Now, certain drug offenses and thefts under $950 can be classified as felonies rather than misdemeanors if the suspected ...

Proposition 36 would make shoplifting a felony for repeat offenders and increase penalties for some drug charges, including ...

Californians will decide the fate of Proposition 36, a state ballot measure that seeks to increase punishments for some theft and drug possession offenses.

California voters approved a ballot measure that would reclassify some misdemeanor theft and drug crimes as felonies, ...

California voters approved a ballot measure that will impose stricter penalties for repeat theft and crimes involving ...

Now, certain drug offenses and thefts under $950 can be classified as felonies rather than misdemeanors if the suspected ...

We’re tracking decisions for statewide measures spanning from rent control and minimum wage to gay marriage are on the Nov. 5 ...

Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by Nov. 5 and reach the county registrar's office by Nov. 12 to be counted. If you are in ...