Californians will decide the fate of Proposition 36, a measure that seeks to increase punishments for some theft and drug possession offenses.

Proposition 36, one of this year’s most high-profile and divisive ballot measures in California, has been approved by voters with overwhelming support. The law will enact harsher penalties for repeat theft and drug crimes,

Polling support for the ballot measure surpassed 70% ahead of Election Day; opponents voiced wariness over impact on the prison population and diversion programs.