AB 327
Crimes: false reporting.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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Bill overview
This bill increases penalties for falsely reporting emergencies to authorities, including to 911. It makes a second or subsequent violation, especially one leading to an unnecessary emergency response, punishable as a misdemeanor or felony for individuals 18 or older. The bill also extends liability to public agencies and property owners for costs and damages resulting from these false reports. Finally, it clarifies the definition of ‘emergency’ and exempts the state from reimbursement for related costs.
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