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CA AB1872

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tri Ta

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Elevates false emergency reports and harassing 911 calls from misdemeanors to potential felonies (wobblers) for second or subsequent offenses when the offender was 18 or older at the time of prior offenses
  • Adds state prison as a sentencing option for repeat offenders under Penal Code Section 1170(h), in addition to existing penalties of up to one year in county jail and/or $1,000 fine
  • Expands civil liability for convicted offenders to include property damage incurred by any party as a result of the emergency response, beyond existing liability for emergency response costs
  • Applies to false reports made to any city, county, or state government entity that trigger emergency responses, as well as 911 calls made with intent to annoy or harass
  • Introduced by Assembly Member Ta on February 12, 2026

Legislative Description

False reporting.

Last Action

Referred to Com. on PUB. S.

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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