California Welfare and Institutions Code

§ 23022

WIC § 23022 Effective Jan 1, 2025Div. 15 · Ch. 1

Statute text

(a)A policy established pursuant to this chapter shall, without limitation, include all of the following:

(1)A requirement that an officer contacting a survivor of human trafficking inform them that they have the right to have an advocate present during any interviews with law enforcement and other subsequent examinations and proceedings.

(2)A requirement that the officer explain the benefits of being represented by an advocate, including, without limitation, confidentiality and evidentiary privilege, emotional support, assistance in accessing resources, and assistance with understanding their legal rights.

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Legislative history

Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 615, Sec. 1. (AB 2020) Effective January 1, 2025.