Gang databases.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill modifies existing law regarding gang databases in California. It removes the specific term ‘shared gang database’ and applies regulations to all gang databases, regardless of whether they are accessed by outside agencies. The bill also establishes requirements for notice to individuals identified in these databases, a process for contesting designations, and oversight by the Department of Justice and the State Department of Public Health. It includes provisions for data audits, purges, and reporting on database usage.
Key provisions
- Applies regulations to all gang databases, not just ‘shared’ ones.
- Requires notice to individuals identified as gang members or associates.
- Establishes a process for contesting designations in a gang database.
- Mandates training for law enforcement personnel accessing gang databases.
- Requires periodic audits of gang database records.
- Includes provisions for purging inaccurate or unsupported data.
- Creates a Gang Database Technical Advisory Committee.
- Requires annual reporting on database usage and data purge activities.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Criminal justice agencies
- Individuals potentially identified as gang members or associates
- The Department of Justice
- The State Department of Public Health
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