SB 473 Summary

• Adds human trafficking in violation of Section 236.1 as an offense that can establish a pattern of criminal gang activity under Penal Code Section 186.22.

• Requires a two-thirds vote to pass because it amends Proposition 21, which established gang enhancement penalties.

• Provides two operative dates: Section 1 is effective immediately, while Section 2 becomes operative on January 1, 2017.

• Clarifies that courts must impose the middle term of sentence enhancement unless circumstances in aggravation or mitigation exist.

• Specifies no state reimbursement is required to local agencies because the bill changes the definition of a crime within the meaning of constitutional provisions.