Fresno County is moving to crack down on the number of sex offenders living in single family homes, otherwise known as transitional living facilities.

While the decision was approved on a unanimous vote at Tuesday’s Fresno County Board of Supervisors meeting, it didn’t make it through without some controversy.

The big picture: The board approved the introduction of an ordinance that limits the number of sex offenders to six within a single-family home. • It will have to come before the board once again for final approval. • Violators will face misdemeanor penalties with fines up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail. The county could also enforce administrative citations ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 per violation.

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