Bill Sponsor
California Assembly Bill 1899
Session 20212022
Crimes: false personation.
Became Law
Became Law
Became Law on Sep 30, 2022
First Action
Feb 9, 2022
Latest Action
Sep 30, 2022
Origin Chamber
Assembly
Type
Bill
Bill Number
1899
State
California
Session
20212022
Sponsorship by Party
Assembly Votes (3)
Senate Votes (4)
Summary
Existing law prohibits credibly impersonating a peace officer, firefighter, or employee of a public utility, state or local government agency, or search and rescue team, as specified. A violation of these prohibitions is punishable as a misdemeanor. This bill would extend these offenses to include impersonation through or on an internet website, or by other electronic means, for purposes of defrauding another. By expanding the application of existing crimes, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.
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Record Created
Feb 10, 2022 12:14:27 PM
Record Updated
Nov 22, 2022 12:23:35 PM