Trespass.
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Overview
This bill amends California Penal Code Section 602 to simplify the process for reporting trespasses to law enforcement. Currently, requests for police assistance must be submitted on a notarized form. This bill removes the notarization requirement, allowing requests to be made via a written declaration signed under penalty of perjury. It also authorizes law enforcement to rely on these declarations unless they have knowledge of their falsity, and establishes a process for electronic submission of these requests.
Key provisions
- Removes the requirement for notarized forms when requesting law enforcement assistance for trespass.
- Requires a written declaration signed under penalty of perjury instead of a notarized form.
- Authorizes electronic submission of trespass requests.
- Allows law enforcement to rely on declarations unless they have knowledge of falsity.
- Specifies that a single request for assistance can be made for up to 12 months under certain circumstances (fire hazard, absence, or closure).
- Clarifies that the requestor must notify law enforcement if they no longer have legal authority over the property.
- Addresses the application of the trespass law to airport, passenger vessel terminal, and public transit facilities.
- Modifies the requirements for posting notices restricting access to neonatal units, maternity wards, and birthing centers.
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