Undocumented Immigration In CaliforniaSan Francisco Supervisor Stands By Sanctuary PoliciesJuly 21, 2015(AP) - A San Francisco supervisor is standing by this city's much-criticized sanctuary policies even as he wants the sheriff to rescind an order curtailing staff from talking to federal immigration authorities.
State GovernmentBill Would Legalize Citizen Recordings Of Police OfficersJuly 9, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia law is vague on whether people can record photos and videos of police officers while the officers are doing their jobs. A bill that passed the state Legislature Thursday seeks to clarify that it’s legal. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Highway Patrol To Begin Testing Of Officer Body CamerasJune 19, 2015(AP) - California Highway Patrol officers will begin testing body cameras next year under a proposal included in the state budget.
Amnesty International: California Short On Use Of Force Protections For PublicJune 18, 2015 | Bob MoffittA human rights group says none of the states, including California, have protections against use of force by law enforcement that match federal or international protections. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSuggestions Sought To Improve Lives of Male MinoritiesMay 27, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers are looking for ways to address some of the challenges faced by male minorities in the state.
State GovernmentAssembly Debates Police Body CamerasApril 14, 2015 | Katie OrrPolice body cameras have the potential to provide more information about law enforcement interactions with the public. And today a California Assembly committee considered when police should be allowed to review the video they've taken. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill Would Require Search Warrants For Digital FilesApril 6, 2015 | Katie OrrLaw enforcement officers need a warrant if they want to search your house. A bill in the California Legislature would require they also get one to search your email. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Law Enforcement Split On Body CamerasApril 2, 2015 | Bob MoffittOfficer-worn body cameras are rare in northern California, but, perhaps not for long. About half of the law enforcement agencies in the greater Sacramento region are using the cameras or are testing them. But, some agencies are reluctant. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Cop Cams New To Most But Old School For Modesto PDApril 1, 2015More and more law enforcement agencies are considering body cameras for their officers. They're looking for departments that have been using them regularly for guidance. Modesto Police tested some of the first systems and are still using them today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers Hold Hearing On Police Community RelationsFebruary 10, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers are jumping into the debate surrounding law enforcement agencies and communities of color. A variety of views were represented at today’s day-long hearing at the state Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
