California AB 2104 requires courts to provide remote public access to sexually violent predator hearings
August 13, 2026
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The Frame
This bill increases public transparency in judicial proceedings involving the potential release of individuals committed as s, ensuring community members can monitor these hearings without needing to be physically present in the courtroom.
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members of the public
They gain the legal right to remotely observe public court proceedings concerning the conditional release of sexually violent predators.
California courts
They are required to implement and maintain technology to provide remote audio and visual access to specific public hearings.
Last recorded activity August 13, 2026.
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Why It Matters
This bill increases public transparency in judicial proceedings involving the potential release of individuals committed as s, ensuring community members can monitor these hearings without needing to be physically present in the courtroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this bill apply to all court cases?
What happens if the court cannot provide video access?
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Mandatory Remote Access
The bill marks a shift from discretionary court access to a mandatory requirement for remote public participation in specific civil commitment hearings.
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