CA AB3039

Removes the presumption of invalidity for peremptory challenges based on a prospective juror's views related to law enforcement or the criminal legal system.

Eliminates provisions that previously presumed invalid any challenge based on expressing distrust of law enforcement, negative experiences with the criminal legal system, or beliefs about racial profiling or discriminatory enforcement.

Maintains existing prohibitions against using peremptory challenges based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or religious affiliation.

Creates two versions of Section 231.7: one effective until January 1, 2026 (with the law enforcement provisions removed), and a new version operative January 1, 2026 (without a civil case exemption in the current version).

Applies to jury trials in criminal cases where jury selection begins on or after January 1, 2022.