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CA AB486

Bill

Status

Passed

10/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tom Lackey

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds key programming devices, key duplicating devices, and signal extenders to the list of burglary tools that are illegal to possess with intent to feloniously break into buildings, vehicles, or other structures

  • Defines "key programming device" or "key duplicating device" as any device that can access a vehicle's onboard computer to make additional keys, delete keys, remotely start the vehicle, or capture key codes/signals for remote vehicle access

  • Defines "signal extender" as a key fob amplifier or similar device that extends the signal range of keyless entry fobs to lock, unlock, start, or otherwise interact with a vehicle's systems

  • Makes it a misdemeanor to possess these devices with felonious intent, or to make, alter, or repair them knowing they will be used to commit a crime

  • No state reimbursement to local agencies is required because costs result from creating or modifying a crime definition

Legislative Description

Crimes: burglary tools.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 367, Statutes of 2025.

10/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Safety9/4/2025
Appropriations7/8/2025
Public Safety6/19/2025
Transportation6/18/2025
Rules6/5/2025
Appropriations3/26/2025
Public Safety2/24/2025

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