California governor signs landmark legislation to crack down on retail theft

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bipartisan  bill package Friday meant to crack down on retail crime and property theft.

Newsom signed 10 new public safety laws. The new laws establish new penalties for repeat offenders, provide more tools for felony prosecutions and crack down on serial shoplifters, retail thieves and auto burglars, according to Newsom’s office.