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CA AB2918

Bill

Status

Passed

9/23/2018

Primary Sponsor

Chris Holden

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Origin

State Assembly

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to include information in the California Driver's Handbook about a person's civil rights during traffic stops, including the right to file complaints against peace officers
  • Civil rights information must address the extent and limitations of a peace officer's authority during traffic stops and the legal rights of drivers and passengers
  • Information shall be developed by the civil rights section of the Department of Justice in consultation with the Department of Motor Vehicles, California Highway Patrol, Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, and civil rights organizations
  • New requirement takes effect at the earliest opportunity when the handbook is otherwise revised or reprinted to minimize costs
  • Approved by Governor September 23, 2018

Legislative Description

Vehicles: driver’s handbook.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 723, Statutes of 2018.

9/23/2018

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/12/2018
Transportation and Housing5/30/2018
Rules5/22/2018
Appropriations4/17/2018
Transportation3/19/2018

Full Bill Text

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