CA AB400

Requires the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) to study and issue recommendations to the Legislature on law enforcement use of canines by July 1, 2028

Recommendations must address appropriate patrol uses for canines, including standards for obedience, search, apprehension, and handler protection

Study must cover appropriate detection uses for canines, including standards for control, alert, and odor detection

Commission must consider factors for evaluating canine use of force incidents and public safety measures, including protocols for warning suspects before deploying a canine

Provisions automatically repeal on July 1, 2031