Policy Text
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is committed to work in partnership with our community to enhance the safety, security, and quality of life for the
residents and visitors of Kern County through professional public safety services.
Donny Youngblood
Sheriff-Coroner
1350 Norris Road, Bakersfield, California 93308-2231
Telephone (661) 391-7500
California Proposition 36: The Homelessness, Drug Addiction,
and Theft Reduction Act
This training bulletin aims to provide law enforcement officers with an understanding of
California Proposition 36—the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act.
This initiative, passed by voters on November 5, 2024, focuses on addressing the
intersection of homelessness, drug addiction, and theft-related offenses.
Overview of Proposition 36
The initiative is designed to help reduce the state’s incarceration rates, support individuals
struggling with homelessness and substance use disorders, and provide more
rehabilit