State • California

AB 2108: Diversion: retail theft.

LaShae Sharp-CollinsIn Committee

AB 2108 status: In Committee — From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 5. Noes 1.) (June 30) (updated Jul 1, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score70/100 civic fit
RiskModerate risk
ImpactModerate impact

Bill summary

Official

Existing law, until January 1, 2031, authorizes a city or county prosecuting attorney or county probation department to create a diversion or deferred entry of judgment program for persons who commit a theft offense or repeat theft offenses. Existing law requires the prosecuting attorney in a participating county to ei...

Key analysis

Constitutionality70%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion60%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental benefit identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental risk identified

Economy

Positive Outlook
65%

Benefits

  • May reduce recidivism for retail theft offenses.
  • Could lead to lower costs for the justice system over time.
  • Encourages offenders to engage in workforce programs.

Risks

  • Potential initial administrative costs for local governments.
  • May not address root causes of theft for all individuals.

Society

Positive Outlook
70%

Benefits

  • Provides an alternative to traditional prosecution for certain theft offenses.
  • Allows for dismissal of charges upon successful completion of diversion.
  • Records of diversion may be sealed, reducing stigma.

Risks

  • Excludes individuals with violent offenses or prior diversion failures.
  • Arrests may still be disclosed for peace officer applications.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

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Warning

The bill imposes state-mandated local programs, and reimbursement procedures are outlined.

Limitation

The bill amends existing law, and a full understanding requires reviewing the referenced sections of the Penal Code.

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Where it stands

Introduced

Complete
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Committee

Current

From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 5. Noes 1.) (June 30).

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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
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Enacted

Upcoming
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