CA AB2487

Removes the requirement that defendants charged with vehicle infractions be granted a trial de novo (new trial) if dissatisfied with a trial by written declaration decision

Eliminates provisions requiring transcription of shorthand witness testimony notes within 10 days for all cases, with distinctions between homicide and other crimes

Authorizes defendants charged with vehicle infractions to elect trial by written declaration without automatic right to appeal through trial de novo

Allows trials by written declaration for vehicle infractions to proceed using notices to appear, business records, sworn officer declarations, or defendant written statements as evidence