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A vivid example of the reemerged criminal activity was captured during a recent shoplifting incident at popular retail stores, such as Ulta Beauty and Kohl's. Three individuals were caught on video conspiring to steal hundreds of dollars’ worth of merchandise. Their actions exemplified a culture of impulsive theft that blossomed under the leniency of past laws. However, it soon became evident that law enforcement had also adapted, and the swift response led to their arrest.

Despite the attempt to rationalize their actions, the young women found themselves acknowledging the gravity of their offenses as they were taken into custody. These incidents reflect the consequences of Proposition 36, as many criminals are experiencing the reality of legal repercussions they had previously avoided.