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Newsom Unveils Plan to Crack Down on Property Crime

The proposal would increase penalties and “close loopholes criminals have exploited,” supporters said.
Newsom Unveils Plan to Crack Down on Property Crime
California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks in Los Angeles on Jan. 3, 2023. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
Jill McLaughlin
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California plans to crack down on property crime this year by creating new laws, expanding penalties for professional thieves, and taking other action to address the state’s rising retail crime and auto burglaries.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom released a framework for state lawmakers on Jan. 9 that outlines his plan to fight property crime in this year’s legislative session.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
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