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CA AB2391

Bill

Status

Failed

11/30/2016

Primary Sponsor

Marc Steinorth

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Origin

State Assembly

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the sunset date for vacant residential property registration programs from January 1, 2018, to January 1, 2020, in Palmdale, Lancaster, and Ukiah.

  • Expands the program to include the County of San Bernardino and its cities if they adopt an ordinance or resolution indicating intent to participate.

  • Establishes procedures for property owners to register vacant one- to four-unit residences with local law enforcement and requires inspections at least every three days.

  • Allows property owners to file a "Declaration of Ownership" signed under penalty of perjury and provides liability for false declarations, including attorney's fees and damages up to $2,000.

  • Enables owners to seek temporary restraining orders and injunctions against unauthorized occupants, with violations subject to arrest for trespass and civil contempt.

Legislative Description

Residential property: possession by declaration.

Last Action

From committee without further action.

11/30/2016

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/8/2016

Full Bill Text

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