On September 22nd, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 1465 – a significant development in enhancing public safety in non-residential buildings.
Category: Legislation
Gov. Newsom Signs Executive Order to Remove Homeless Encampments
On Thursday, July 27, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order following the reversal of Johnson v. Grants Pass by the U.S. Supreme Court.
City of LA Settles in Vendor Lawsuit and Removes No-Vending Zones
The City of LA decided to settle in court after a lawsuit over its “no-vending zones” ordinance and remove the remaining no-vending restrictions.
Post-Grants Pass: New Appellate Ruling about Defense of Necessity and Public Camping Enforcement
In the recent Supreme Court ruling in Johnson v. Grants Pass, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled that public agencies do not need to provide alternative shelter before enforcing...
Free Legal Webinar for Public Agency Employees and Contractors
Following the Johnson v. Grants Pass reversal, this free webinar will discuss the current state of the law, and approaches to regulation and enforcement tools.
U.S. Supreme Court Reverses Johnson v. Grants Pass
Today, Friday, June 28th, the U.S. Supreme Court made a decision that will affect all cities. In a 6-3 ruling, the court decided that cities…
Updated 2024-25 Budget Agreement is Approved
Recently, Governor Gavin Newsom released the 2024 Budget Agreement. This joint budget plan affects a variety of public services and systems in California.
Johnson v. City of Grants Pass: What to Expect Next
An update on Johnson v Grants Pass: The Supreme Court heard oral argument on April 22, 2024 and we expect a ruling sometime in June or July.
All California Counties Must Implement CARE Court by End of 2024
CARE court is an alternative mental health court to compel treatment for individuals with severe mental illness, schizophrenia-family only.
Navigating the Waters of AB 1418: Crime Free Multi-Housing Programs
In the ever-evolving landscape of California housing laws, a significant new regulation has come into effect that aims to reshape the approach to Crime Free Multi-Housing Programs and related ordinances. With the introduction of Assembly Bill 1418 (AB 1418), effective January 1, 2024, the State of California has greatly restricted the use and implementation of such programs.
Critical Update on Johnson v. Grants Pass
The United States Supreme Court has agreed to review the rulings related to homeless camping, particularly Johnson v. Grants Pass.
Civica Law Sheds Light on CARE Court in Western City Magazine
Civica Law is, again, featured in Western City Magazine. We focus on California’s new legal framework for behavioral health care – the CARE Court.