Demilitarize police in California with state law AB 481
AFSC provides toolkits, trainings, and expert analysis and recommendations to communities across California on "AB 481," a 2021 state law that requires transparency and oversight for law enforcement use of weapons categorized by the law as "military equipment."
This page is a hub for AFSC's resources on AB481. Please reach out to share what is happening in your city/county, and when possible we will support you and your organization with analysis, talking points, or recommendations for AB 481 advocacy.
AB 481 requires all law enforcement agencies that use "military equipment" (as defined by the state law) to maintain transparency and seek oversight in its use. This is accomplished through two documents published by the agency:
- A use policy for each type of military equipment. This policy must be reconsidered annually by City Council/County Board of Supervisors.
- A use report for each type of military equipment. This report must be issued at least annually and be shared with the public and the governing body.
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