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CA SB203

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/25/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bill Berryhill

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "distribute" in child pornography and obscene matter laws to include "making available for access or possession over the Internet"

  • Prohibits legal action against interactive computer services, electronic communication services, and remote computing services when their actions are consistent with specified federal law provisions (47 U.S.C. § 230, 18 U.S.C. §§ 2258A, 2258B)

  • Clarifies that matter depicting persons under 18 years old engaged in sexual conduct is limited to visual works under existing case law

  • Exempts this legislation from state reimbursement requirements to local agencies and school districts under Article XIII B of the California Constitution

Legislative Description

Child pornography: Internet distribution.

Last Action

Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.

8/4/2010

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/29/2010
Public Safety2/4/2010
Appropriations1/14/2010
Public Safety3/9/2009
Rules2/23/2009

Full Bill Text

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