non-violent felonies

Prop 47 creating, healthier and safer communities

Since it became California law nearly a year ago, Proposition 47 (Prop 47) has been a magnet for controversy, but with its much-anticipated anniversary looming, the historical piece of legislation is proving to supporters, community members and naysayers that there is a healthy future for some of the city’s most neglected residents. And it lies in prevention. Passed on November 4, 2014 with nearly 60 percent of the vote, the main objective of Prop 47 was to reclassify some non-violent felonies to misdemeanors. This included crimes such as shoplifting goods less than $950, forgery and check fraud for less than