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CA AB1275

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/23/2011

Primary Sponsor

Norma Torres

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Origin

State Assembly

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits public agencies from disclosing any portion of a 911 emergency telephone call recording that contains medical or personal identifying information

  • Defines "personal information" as data identifying an individual including name, Social Security number, address, telephone number, education, financial matters, medical or employment history, and statements attributed to the individual

  • Defines "medical information" as health information protected by the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996

  • Allows disclosure of 911 recordings to courts, law enforcement agencies, district attorneys, public defenders, criminal defense counsel, and the original caller

  • Permits disclosure to civil attorneys only when they demonstrate need to a court and obtain a subpoena

Legislative Description

California Public Records Act: exemption: emergency 911

Last Action

In committee: Set, first hearing. Failed passage.

6/19/2012

Committee Referrals

Public Safety3/1/2012
Rules2/13/2012
Judiciary6/22/2011
Rules5/23/2011
Housing and Community Development3/31/2011

Full Bill Text

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