California Dems anger progressive left, push harsher penalties for shoplifters amid rising crime
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California Democrats backpedal on progressive crime policies after the state experienced a significant uptick in shoplifting across the state.
The bill, known as the Secured Transactions and Organized Theft Prevention (STOP) Act, would also make any theft of merchandise or property under $950 a misdemeanor, sparking the anger of progressive lawmakers who believe tough-on-crime policies will lead to overcrowded prisons as they did in the 1990s. Jamie Joseph is a writer who covers politics. She leads Fox News Digital coverage of the Senate.
"Retail theft continues to impact small and large businesses alike, our California economy and the safety and well-being of our communities," Carrillo said in a statement. "By enhancing coordination between law enforcement agencies, introducing tougher penalties for these crimes and increasing enforcement against suspected shoplifters, we are sending a clear message: We will not tolerate these acts that threaten our public safety and economic vitality."
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