CA SB1124

Expands the definition of "public social services" in consumer protection law to include all veterans benefits administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and California Department of Veterans Affairs, not just pensions.

Defines "unreasonable fee" for veterans benefits services as either (1) exorbitant and disproportionate fees, or (2) fees exceeding the amount that could be charged by attorneys or claims agents accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Prohibits persons from requiring current or former service members to log in to, share credentials for, or access Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, or Department of Homeland Security computer systems in connection with any transaction or sale of goods or services.

Makes it illegal to solicit, contract for, charge, or receive fees for preparing, presenting, or prosecuting claims for benefits under U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs laws, with limited exceptions for attorneys and accredited claims agents.

Establishes violations of these provisions as misdemeanor offenses punishable by imprisonment up to one year or fines up to $1,000, and makes contracts and transactions performed in violation void.