California December 18, 2024 7:06 pm Prop 36 takes effect to crack down on retail theft Proposition 36 went into affect Thursday and will bring harsher punishments for retail theft and drug possession. Christian Cázares reports for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2024. US & World Videos 4:47 New Year's Eve celebration at Gloria Molina Grand Park 2:57 OC officials warn drivers of new toll road text scam 2:30 Suspected downtown LA Target shooter is in custody after barricade 2:10 California's new laws aim to tackle theft and burglary 2:34 Music repair shop burglarized just before the Rose Parade