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ACLU Applauds California Senate Approval of Bill to Establish Safeguards Before Law Enforcement Can Acquire New Surveillance Technology

SACRAMENTO — Today, the State Senate advanced SB 1186 to the Assembly for consideration. SB 1186, introduced by Senator Jerry Hill (D-San Mateo) requires public debate and a vote by local elected leaders prior to law enforcement's acquisition of new surveillance technology, among other oversight pro

California Senate Advances "Right to Know" Police Transparency Legislation with Bipartisan Support

SB 1421 will open California police use of force records and records of officers found guilty of committing misconduct, like planting evidence and sexually assaulting members of the public. SACRAMENTO — Today, the California Senate voted 25 to 11 to approve legislation that will restore the public's
Issue Areas: Police Practices