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Proposition 9

California Statewide • 2008 •  Initiative 

Passed

Result: 53.9% yes, 46.1% no

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This measure established additional rights for crime victims in the criminal justice process, including the right to be notified of and participate in court proceedings, and modified parole procedures to require more consideration of public safety and victims' input. It amended the California Constitution and state statutes to expand victims' participation in plea bargaining, sentencing, and parole decisions.

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