Crimes: schools.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill clarifies and updates a section of California law regarding offenses related to trespassing on school campuses. Specifically, it addresses individuals who have been suspended or dismissed from educational institutions and denied access, and then intentionally return to those campuses without permission. The changes are technical and do not alter the core penalties associated with the offense.
Key provisions
- Amends Section 626.2 of the Penal Code.
- Addresses individuals suspended or dismissed from schools.
- Specifies conditions related to denied access.
- Prohibits unauthorized entry onto campus.
- Defines penalties for violation (misdemeanor).
- Establishes a presumption of knowledge if proper notice was given.
- Applies to community colleges, state universities, the University, independent institutions, and public/private schools.
Who is affected
- Students
- Employees of schools
- Community colleges
- State universities
- Private and public schools
Notable changes
- Clarifies the definition of ‘willfully and knowingly’ in the context of trespassing.
- Reinforces the requirement of prior notice to the individual.
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