CA SB50

Allows survivors of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, or human trafficking to submit a device protection request to terminate a perpetrator's access to connected devices (smart home devices, security systems, etc.) or associated user accounts

Requires account managers to terminate the perpetrator's access within 2 business days of receiving a complete request, or provide instructions for factory-resetting the device to remove all account holders

Prohibits account managers from charging fees for processing requests, notifying the perpetrator of the access termination, or requiring approval from the perpetrator; survivors cannot be held financially responsible for charges incurred by the perpetrator after access is terminated

Establishes civil penalties of up to $2,500 per violation per device, enforceable by the Attorney General, district attorneys, city attorneys, or injured individuals, with court costs and attorney's fees recoverable by prevailing plaintiffs

Exempts entities already subject to the federal Safe Connections Act of 2022 and certain vehicle-related regulations from these requirements