Hey   @AGRobBonta the Governor and @SenWarren are committing a felony are you going to do something about it. 

Charitable Solicitation Laws in California:

Registration Requirement: Charitable organizations, including those soliciting for disaster relief, must register with the California Attorney General's Registry of Charitable Trusts if they solicit donations in California. This includes submitting an initial registration form (Form CT-1) within 30 days of receiving any charitable donation. The registration must be renewed annually or biennially depending on the organization's activities and structure.📷📷

Regulation of Fundraisers: California regulates not only charities but also the professional fundraisers (commercial fundraisers, fundraising counsel, and commercial coventurers) who solicit donations on their behalf. These entities must also register and report their activities, including contracts and financial dealings with charities.📷📷

Use of Funds: There's an expectation that funds raised for charitable purposes are used according to the promises made during solicitation. Misuse or diversion of funds for personal gain or other non-charitable purposes can lead to legal action.📷

Transparency: Charities must provide clear disclosures about how donations will be used, including administrative and fundraising costs versus direct aid. Misleading or coercive solicitations are prohibited.📷

Penalties for Non-Compliance: Failure to comply with registration, reporting, or the proper use of funds can lead to administrative fines, suspension of registration, or legal action by the Attorney General. Individuals involved in fraudulent solicitations can face personal liability.📷

California Penal Code 532 (PC 532):

Defrauding by False Pretenses: PC 532 addresses the crime of defrauding someone by false or fraudulent representation or pretense, with the intent to obtain money, labor, or property. This statute could apply in cases where someone collects money under false pretenses, such as claiming it's for disaster relief but using it for personal gain.
Elements of the Crime: To convict under PC 532, the prosecution must prove:
The defendant knowingly and designedly made false or fraudulent representations.
These representations were intended to defraud another person.
The victim was actually defrauded of money, labor, or property as a result of these false pretenses.
Punishment: Violation of this statute is typically a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in county jail, a fine, or both. However, based on the specifics of the case, including the amount defrauded or previous criminal history, it might be charged as a felony with more severe penalties.📷
Application to Charitable Solicitations: In the context of charitable solicitations, PC 532 could be used if someone solicits donations under the guise of charity but keeps the funds for personal use. This would involve proving intent to defraud and the false nature of the representation made during solicitation.