California voters enacted Proposition 47 and Proposition 64 to reduce non-violent property, drug possession, and cannabis offenses from felonies to misdemeanors. Eligible individuals can petition for retroactive felony reductions.
1. Proposition 47 Reclassification Schedule (PC § 1170.18)
| Offense | Prior Classification | Prop 47 Classification | Statutory Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoplifting (PC 459.5) | Commercial Burglary (Felony) | Misdemeanor | Value $\le \$950$ during business hours |
| Grand Theft (PC 487) | Wobbler / Felony | Misdemeanor | Value $\le \$950$ |
| Receiving Stolen Property (PC 496) | Wobbler / Felony | Misdemeanor | Value $\le \$950$ |
| Drug Possession (HS 11350/11377) | Felony | Misdemeanor | Simple Personal Possession |