Sacramento Threatens Target with Fines for Reporting Thefts

City officials warned the retailer about public nuisance charges over frequent 911 calls, prompting legislative action.

Target's Land Park location faced threats of fines for reporting thefts to police.
State lawmakers added an amendment to a retail theft bill to prevent such threats.
Governor Newsom and other officials are pushing for stricter penalties on retail theft.
Retailers argue that being penalized for reporting crimes worsens the theft problem.
Sacramento officials and Target collaborated on a safety plan to address theft concerns.