CA AB1794

Clarifies that theft values may be aggregated into a single grand theft charge even when thefts occurred in different places or from different victims, as long as acts were motivated by one intention, general impulse, and plan.

Establishes that circumstantial evidence may be used to prove multiple thefts were committed pursuant to one intention, general impulse, and plan, including evidence of specific items taken, time span, location, or method used.

Creates the CAL-Fast Pass Program allowing counties to operate programs where retailers submit details of alleged shoplifting, organized retail theft, or grand theft directly to county district attorneys through online portals for prosecution determination.

Requires participating counties to establish criteria for cases investigated, including thefts valued at $500 or more, repeated thefts, felony offenses, threats of violence, video evidence, or positive suspect identification.

Mandates counties conducting the program submit annual reports to the Assembly and Senate Public Safety Committees and Board of State and Community Corrections beginning December 31, 2026, including data on theft reports received, investigated, charges filed, and conviction rates.