The voter-approved initiative just went into effect, with the immediate impact expected in charging decisions over theft and ...

This year-long investigation by CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts examines the many components of California's new tougher-on-crime law.

Voters went on to pass California's tougher-on-crime Proposition 36 with the largest margin of any measure on the ballot, ...

A shoplifting suspect with past theft convictions is facing possible felony charges after California’s Proposition 36 was ...

Proposition 36 exacerbates homelessness, addiction, and poverty in California by prioritizing incarceration over ...

The aim of Prop. 36 is to increase penalties for fentanyl and drug traffickers and "smash-and-grabs," while holding repeat offenders accountable.

San Bernardino deputies arrested a 54-year-old on suspicion of meth possession under California's new Proposition 36.

Local law enforcement agencies say they plan to continue their retail theft operations in the coming weeks.

San Bernardino woman arrested for theft at an Ulta Beauty store, potentially facing increased penalties under new Proposition ...

California has seen a rise in shoplifting incidents, prompting a shift in prevention measures and legislation.

L.A. County overwhelmingly approved Prop. 47, which turned some nonviolent felonies into misdemeanors. This November, the ...

Malcolm Walker, 30, was arrested at the Irvine Spectrum Center after police found him in possession of thousands of dollars ...