AB 1905: Juveniles: custodial interrogation.
AB 1905 status: In Committee — From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 5. Noes 1.) (June 30) (updated Jul 1, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialExisting law prohibits law enforcement officers from employing threats, physical harm, deception, or psychologically manipulative interrogation tactics, as specified, during a custodial interrogation of a person 17 years of age or younger. This bill would prohibit a law enforcement officer from seeking statements or in...
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Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- No direct economic benefit identified
Risks
- No direct economic risk identified
Society
Benefits
- Protects juveniles under 26 from deceptive interrogation tactics by undercover officers.
- Enhances protections for individuals who were juveniles at the time of the crime.
- Requires courts to consider violations when determining officer credibility.
Risks
- May limit law enforcement's ability to gather information in certain cases.
- Potential for increased legal challenges regarding interrogation tactics.
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Analysis status
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The bill's constitutionality may be challenged based on law enforcement's ability to conduct investigations.
The bill amends existing law by adding Section 625.8 to the Welfare and Institutions Code; full context of existing law may be needed for complete understanding.
Where it stands
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CurrentFrom committee: Do pass. (Ayes 5. Noes 1.) (June 30).
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