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CA AB2530

Bill

Status

Passed

9/28/2012

Primary Sponsor

Nancy Skinner

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Origin

State Assembly

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits restraint of pregnant inmates in labor, during delivery, or in recovery after delivery by wrists, ankles, or both unless deemed necessary for safety and security of inmate, staff, or public

  • Prohibits use of leg irons, waist chains, or handcuffs behind the body on any inmate known to be pregnant or in recovery after delivery

  • Requires pregnant inmates be advised orally or in writing of standards and policies governing pregnant inmates upon confirmation of pregnancy

  • Directs Board of State and Community Corrections to develop standards regarding restraint of pregnant women at next biennial review and monitor facility compliance

  • Applies restraint restrictions to both adult inmates in state and local correctional facilities and juveniles in juvenile facilities

Legislative Description

Inmates in labor.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 726, Statutes of 2012.

9/28/2012

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/26/2012
Public Safety5/31/2012
Rules5/21/2012
Appropriations4/18/2012
Public Safety3/29/2012

Full Bill Text

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