California lawmakers are taking significant steps to address the escalating issue of retail theft across the state. Following a series of high-profile incidents, including brazen smash-and-grabs and shoplifting sprees, Democratic leaders of the California Assembly have proposed new legislation aimed at curbing these crimes. The proposal includes the creation of a new crime specifically targeting retail theft. This legislative push comes in the wake of a major crackdown on a retail theft ring that reportedly stole and sold an estimated $8 million worth of beauty products on Amazon. The outrage over these thefts has fueled the demand for a tougher stance on retail crime. Speaker Robert Rivas, when questioned about potential changes to Proposition 47, which some have linked to the rise in thefts, stated that the conversation could happen at a later time.
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While Democratic leaders of the CA Assembly rolled out a proposal to crack down on retail theft, I asked Speaker Robert Rivas if Prop 47 needs changes. "We can have that conversation at a later time, Ashley," Rivas said. https://t.co/qfWpOHnTaa