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CA AB2318
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sade Elhawary
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AI Summary
- Requires law enforcement to allow medical professionals reasonable access to provide emergency care once an incident scene is secured
- Makes it unlawful for officers to deny, delay, obstruct, or fail to facilitate medical evaluation or treatment for individuals in custody or under law enforcement control without written justification based on specific safety necessity
- Mandates written documentation within 72 hours when medical access is denied, including the basis for denial, specific threat identified, detailed incident narrative, and supporting evidence such as body camera footage
- Officers who violate these requirements may face administrative discipline (including suspension or termination), civil liability, or criminal prosecution
- Requires the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training to incorporate guidance on facilitating emergency medical access into law enforcement training curricula
Legislative Description
Law enforcement: facilitating medical care.
Last Action
Referred to Coms. on PUB. S. and JUD.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Safety3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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