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CA AB2138

Peace officers: tribal police pilot project.


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Introduced
02/06/2024
In Committee
08/15/2024
Crossed Over
05/21/2024
Passed
08/29/2024
Dead
Vetoed
09/28/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Session

Bill Summary

An act to add and repeal Sections 830.83 and 832.55 of, and to add and repeal Article 2.45 (commencing with Section 11073) of Chapter 1 of Title 1 of Part 4 of, the Penal Code, relating to peace officers.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a 3-year Tribal Police Pilot Program from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2028 under the Department of Justice and the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. The program grants peace officer authority to certain qualified tribal police officers on Indian lands and elsewhere in the state under specified circumstances. The bill sets minimum qualifications, certification, and training requirements for tribal officers, and requires participating tribes to meet certain conditions, including waiving sovereign immunity for claims against tribal officers. The Department of Justice will provide ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the program and report to the Legislature. The bill also creates a Tribal Police Pilot Fund to assist participants with information technology needs related to state-mandated reporting requirements.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Vetoed by Governor. (on 09/28/2024)

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