CA AB2477

Creates new crime prohibiting entry onto residential dwelling curtilage with intent to commit theft of packages delivered by mail or carriers, defined to include porches, doorsteps, patios, driveways, hallways, and enclosed yards.

First violation punishable as misdemeanor by up to one year in county jail; second or subsequent violations punishable as misdemeanor by up to one year or as felony by 16 months, 2, or 3 years imprisonment.

Allows courts to grant diversion or deferred entry of judgment through multiple programs regardless of whether charge is misdemeanor or felony, and requires misdemeanor punishment if court approves diversion but program is unavailable.

Establishes presumptive eligibility for diversion if package value was less than $100, and lists factors for court consideration including whether person followed carrier, number of packages, prior criminal history, number of people involved, and whether person was armed.

Provides no state reimbursement to local agencies required under Article XIII B of California Constitution because statute creates new crime with changed penalties.