CA AB2820

Expands protection of victim and witness privacy by prohibiting attorneys from disclosing any "personal identifying information" (including email, photographs, and video) beyond just addresses and telephone numbers.

Allows disclosure of personal identifying information only to persons employed by the attorney or court-appointed assistants when necessary for case preparation, with those persons required to be informed that further dissemination is prohibited.

Maintains existing misdemeanor penalty for willful violations by attorneys, their employees, or court-appointed persons, while adding clarification that other laws may also apply.

Requires courts to protect personal identifying information of victims or witnesses when a defendant represents themselves, including by mandating contact through a licensed private investigator or imposing other reasonable restrictions.

Requires a two-thirds vote of the Legislature because it amends Proposition 115 provisions regarding witness and victim privacy protections.