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The Unintended Consequences of a Crackdown on Sex Crime
Jessica’s Law against sexual predators passed last year with 70% of the vote in California. But for law enforcement, it could be an expensive nightmare. Also tonight, Barack Obama and California’s Latino voters.
By Warren Olney • • 30m ListenJessica’s Law against sexual predators passed last year with 70% of the vote in California. But for law enforcement, it could be an expensive nightmare. Also tonight, Barack Obama and California’s Latino voters.
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2 storiesMaria Elena Durazo Endorses Obama
The latest polls show Hillary Clinton with a big lead among California Democrats. Latinos are a growing segment of the party, and Mayor Villaraigosa is one of Clinton’s national co-chairs. But today, Barack Obama got the endorsement of another powerful figure: Maria Elena Durazo , head of the LA County Federation of Labor .
Read the story6 minHas Jessica’s Law Kept California Children Any Safer?
Last year, 70% of California voters approved Jessica’s Law —a measure designed to crack down on sexual predators. It prohibits paroled offenders from living within 2,000 feet of a school or a park used by children. It requires that parolees wear GPS monitors for the rest of their lives.
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