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GV Wire’s Edward Smith talks with KMPH Fox 26 “Great Day” anchor Karl Cooke about the warning from Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp about the enforcement of the new copper wire theft ordinance. 

Smittcamp warns the ordinance’s legality may conflict with state law, and without a clear interpretation from State Attorney General Rob Bonta, cases could be at risk of being overturned or appealed.

Several Fresno city councilmembers, aligning with the county, plan to introduce a similar ordinance.

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Jahz joined GV Wire in early 2018 as a Video Production Assistant and is now a Videographer. He came to us with experience in video editing and production, most recently with Fresno State Athletics. Jahz received a Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia from Fresno State in 2014. He has a passion for video, music and film. In his spare time, Jahz likes to cook, catch up on current events, listen to music and exercise. You can contact him at 559-492-4016 or Send an Email .

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