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.

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

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

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

And heavier consequences may also extend to petty theft and shoplifting offenses, including the possibility of up to three years in jail or prison if a person has already been twice convicted for ...

Operation Smash & Grab focuses its efforts on the Rancho Cucamonga, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Victorville, and Chino Hills ...

Investigators, both undercover and in uniform, made a collective 122 arrests during a targeted crime suppression called ...

The California Highway Patrol said they arrested a man suspected of driving while "impaired." He faces a felony charge under ...

It's almost the new year, which means states across the country will enact thousands of new laws from new tax structures to ...

California voters this election season gave their stamp of approval on several laws aimed at cracking down on crimes such as ...