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CA AB1927
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Maggy Krell
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AI Summary
- Prohibits bail agents and impersonators from contacting family members or known contacts of arrested individuals to solicit bail bond services unless the recipient has previously requested bail services
- First violations carry civil penalties of $1,000 to $5,000 per unauthorized solicitation; second or subsequent violations carry penalties of $5,000 to $10,000 per solicitation
- The Department of Insurance may suspend or revoke a bail agent's license for violations, and violations constitute unfair and deceptive trade practices under the Unfair Competition Law
- Private individuals harmed by violations may sue for actual damages, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees
- Exemptions apply for solicitations permitted under existing regulations, responses to voluntary inquiries, and general written advertisements or public websites not targeting specific individuals
Legislative Description
Bail Consumer Protection Act.
Last Action
From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on PUB. S. Read second time and amended.
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Safety3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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