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CA SB1127
Bill
AI Summary
- Expands the Silver Alert notification system to include missing persons who are developmentally disabled or cognitively impaired, in addition to those 65 years of age or older
- Defines "developmentally disabled" as affected by a developmental disability under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 4512 and "cognitively impaired" under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 14522.4
- Requires the California Highway Patrol to activate Silver Alerts within requested geographical areas upon determining that conditions are met, including that the person has gone missing under unexplained or suspicious circumstances and is believed to be in danger
- Eliminates the January 1, 2016 repeal date, making the Silver Alert program permanent rather than temporary
- Requires investigating law enforcement agencies to utilize all available local resources and have information available that could assist in the safe recovery before requesting activation
Legislative Description
Emergency services: individuals with developmental disabilities and cognitive impairments.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 440, Statutes of 2014.
9/18/2014
Committee Referrals
Appropriations6/25/2014
Aging And Long-Term Care6/11/2014
Public Safety5/19/2014
Appropriations4/23/2014
Human Services4/10/2014
Rules2/19/2014
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