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CA SB388

CA SB388
Missing persons: reports: local agencies.


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Introduced
02/20/2019
In Committee
08/20/2020
Crossed Over
01/27/2020
Passed
08/31/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
09/28/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Sections 14211 and 14212 of the Penal Code, relating to missing persons.

AI Summary

This bill amends sections of the California Penal Code related to missing persons reports. It requires all local police and sheriff's departments to accept missing persons reports without delay, and to prioritize these reports over property crime reports. The bill also mandates that law enforcement agencies execute a written declaration to facilitate the release of dental or skeletal X-rays and treatment notes if a missing person is determined to be at-risk and has not been found within 30 days. Additionally, the bill removes the provision that allows local agencies to opt out of these requirements, making them mandatory statewide. The bill also includes provisions for state reimbursement of any state-mandated local program costs.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 228, Statutes of 2020. (on 09/28/2020)

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