New California Laws Taking Effect in 2024
Legal Areas of Family, Immigration, and Criminal Law
All of these laws are legally related to the areas of Family Law, Immigration, and Criminal Defense. It is extremely important to gain knowledge in these areas in order to avoid becoming involved in legal actions that could lead to serious consequences such as imprisonment. In addition, it is essential that individuals who have been victims have the courage to report these crimes and assert their rights.
Program That Would Grant Work Permits to Undocumented Agricultural Workers in California
Program that would grant work permits to undocumented agricultural workers in California. Law SB 831 would authorize the governor to begin negotiations to develop a program that would grant work permits to undocumented individuals working in the agricultural sector in California. This program would provide protection from deportation and allow these workers to legally work in the state.
Program that would grant work permits to undocumented agricultural workers in California
Law Establishing a Tax on the Sale of Firearms and Ammunition in California
Law AB 28 establishes a tax on the sale of firearms and ammunition, imposing an 11% tax on the sale of firearms and ammunition in California. The funds collected will be allocated to programs aimed at preventing gun violence and improving school safety. This law will take effect on July 1, 2024. For additional information, please refer to the direct link to the law.
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Law Strengthening the Concealed Carry Law in California
Law SB 2 strengthens the concealed carry law in California by limiting where firearms may be carried in certain public places. In addition, it requires more extensive firearm safety training for individuals who carry firearms and establishes a minimum age of 21 years old to obtain a concealed carry permit.
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Crimes Involving Sexual Abuse of Minors and the Time Limits to File Claims
Law AB 452 eliminates the time limit for filing claims related to child sexual abuse. This law removes the statute of limitations for victims of childhood sexual abuse to file civil claims for damages in California. Beginning January 1, 2024, victims will no longer be restricted by time limits when seeking to assert their rights and pursue compensation for damages.
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Law Increasing Sentences for Child Trafficking and Sex Trafficking
Law SB 14 increases the penalties for crimes involving the trafficking of minors and sex trafficking, raising prison sentences for individuals convicted of these offenses in California. It also imposes harsher penalties and sentencing enhancements for those convicted of sex trafficking in the State of California in order to combat this serious problem affecting our society.
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Law Providing Protection for LGBTQ Youth
Law SB 407 establishes greater protections for LGBTQ+ youth in California’s foster care system. The law aims to ensure that LGBTQ+ youth in foster care are not placed in hostile environments. It requires the Department of Social Services to evaluate foster homes to ensure they are safe and supportive of the gender preferences of these youth. Additionally, the law requires counties to provide training to foster care applicants and foster families to support these minors regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all youth.
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Progresso Legal Group – Criminal Defense, Immigration, and Family Attorneys
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