Why Cities Are Starting to Decriminalize Fare Evasion

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By Angie SchmittMar 8, 2017, 3:34 pm134 ptsTrending
If you’re under 18 in California, jumping the turnstile can no longer saddle you with a criminal record. Last year, the state decriminalized transit fare evasion for minors, meaning young people can be fined but not charged with a misdemeanor. California State Senator Robert Hertzberg, who represents part of…

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