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AB 2108: Diversion: retail theft.
What AB 2108 does, verified August 15, 2026
<blockquote> <p>This bill amends and adds sections to California's Penal Code regarding diversion programs for retail theft offenses. It requires prosecutors or county probation departments to determine eligibility for a theft diversion program based on specific criteria, including whether the offense involved violence or threatened violence. If eligible, defendants must comply with terms and conditions of the diversion program; upon successful completion, court actions against them will be dismissed. The bill also mandates state reimbursement for local agencies if costs are incurred.</p> </blockquote>
Bill journey
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Last action: In committee: Held under submission. (2026-08-13)Alert me
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| Aug. 13, 2026 | In committee: Held under submission. |
| Aug. 03, 2026 | In committee: Referred to APPR. suspense file. |
| Jul. 02, 2026 | Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Jul. 01, 2026 | From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 5. Noes 1.) (June 30). |
| Jun. 23, 2026 | In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author. |