People v. Sauceda

Opinion

KANE, J.—

INTRODUCTION

Appellant Juan Antonio Sauceda appeals from the denial of his petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1170.18, a statute added by Proposition 47. Appellant unsuccessfully requested a reduction in the sentence imposed on his prior conviction for theft and unlawful driving or taking of a vehicle (Veh. Code, § 10851, subd. (a)). Appellant contends that a conviction under Vehicle Code section 10851 is eligible for resentencing under Proposition 47 because the voters intended that Proposition 47 change the punishment scheme for all automobile thefts through…