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Rep. Kiley and El Dorado DA Unite to Roll Back Prop. 47 with New Initiative

Supporters need an additional 200,000 signatures to reach the required 546,651 by June 27

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
February 4, 2024
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El Dorado County (Feb 4, 2024) – Representative Kevin Kiley and District Attorneys from El Dorado, Placer, and Nevada counties have thrown their support behind an initiative aimed at reversing significant aspects of Proposition 47. The proposed Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act could bring about changes to drug and property crime penalties, introducing a new category called treatment-mandated felonies.

Initiative Aiming for November Ballot Faces Signature Challenge

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Last week, the representatives gathered to discuss the initiative, signaling a united front against the consequences of Proposition 47, which was passed by California voters in 2014. However, the road to getting the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act on the November ballot is not without hurdles. Supporters need an additional 200,000 signatures to reach the required 546,651 by June 27, making it a race against time.

Proposition 47: A Controversial History

Proposition 47, initially labeled the “Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act,” was intended to reduce prison populations by reclassifying penalties for certain drug and property crimes. The law, however, faced criticism for downgrading non-violent property crimes and some drug possession offenses to misdemeanors, ultimately leading to unintended consequences.

Key Changes Proposed by the New Act:

  1. Felony Charges for Certain Drug Possessions and Thefts Under $950: The initiative suggests allowing felony charges for possessing specific drugs, including fentanyl, and for thefts under $950, which currently are treated as misdemeanors. This applies to individuals with two prior drug or theft convictions.
  2. Dismissal of Charges for Completing Treatment: Defendants who plead guilty to felony drug possession and successfully complete treatment can have their charges dismissed, emphasizing rehabilitation over incarceration.
  3. Increased Sentences for Specified Drug and Theft Crimes: The proposed act advocates for heightened sentences for particular drug and theft offenses.
  4. Impact on Savings and Funding: While increased prison sentences may reduce current savings that fund mental health and drug treatment programs, K-12 schools, and aid crime victims, any remaining savings may be redirected to new felony treatment programs.

District Attorney’s Perspective: Addressing Homelessness and Drug Addiction

El Dorado County District Attorney Vern Pierson highlighted the urgency of addressing the “explosion” of homelessness and drug addiction in California. He expressed the belief that rolling back changes from Prop. 47 doesn’t imply mass incarceration but seeks to reintroduce consequences for property-related offenses and drug charges.

Law Enforcement Concerns Echoed from the Past

Law enforcement resistance to Prop. 47 echoes in the sentiments shared by then-South Lake Tahoe Police Chief Brian Uhler, who opposed the initiative, stating concerns about community safety and labeling it as the “Locals Pay for the State Problem Act.”

As the debate unfolds, the initiative’s fate rests on the community’s engagement and the race to gather sufficient signatures before the June 27 deadline. Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story.**


Polling shows that the current initiative would pass with the support of 70 percent of California voters. The text of the initiative can be found here.

Source: Rep. Kiley
Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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