CA SB1309

Prohibits county offices of education from expelling pupils accused of certain offenses unless the county board contracts with the Office of Administrative Hearings or appoints an impartial administrative panel to conduct the expulsion hearing.

Requires pupils and their parents or guardians receive written notice of the hearing at least 10 calendar days in advance, including specific facts and charges, and notice of the right to legal representation or a nonattorney adviser.

Authorizes expelled pupils to appeal the hearing officer's or administrative panel's decision to the county board of education within 30 days, with the appeal held in the same manner as other expulsion appeals.

Requires the county superintendent or designee to provide written notice of expulsion decisions that includes an education plan or notice of alternative placement if the county board upholds the expulsion.

Expands county expulsion service plans to include pupils expelled by the county board of education in addition to expelled pupils from school districts.