A ballot measure before California voters this election aims to expand the use of drug diversion programs by increasing punishments for theft and drug crimes and providing a new type of charge prosecutors can use to steer people into treatment. But the measure would also cut into one of the main funding sources for these kinds of programs, meaning it could shrink the treatment options available — even as it steers more people into them. Get the full story at the link in our bio. 🎥: sararosemcgrew 🎬: joytakesphotos #california #2024election #prop36