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AB 2328

Vehicles: leaving the scene of an accident.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Juan Alanis

AB 2328 modifies California hit-and-run accident laws; currently under amendment review in Public Safety Committee with unclear enforcement or penalty changes.

From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on PUB. S. Read second time and amended.
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Bill Summary · AB 2328

Legislative bill overview

AB 2328 modifies California's hit-and-run laws by adjusting penalties or procedures related to leaving the scene of an accident. The bill has undergone author amendments and is currently in the Public Safety Committee for further consideration.

Why is this important

Hit-and-run laws protect accident victims by ensuring responsible parties remain at the scene and can be held accountable. Changes to these statutes affect both public safety enforcement and potential consequences for drivers involved in accidents.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether amendments increase or decrease penalties for hit-and-run offenses, affecting deterrence effectiveness
  • Potential impacts on immigrant communities or vulnerable populations if enforcement mechanisms are altered
  • Balance between accountability for drivers and proportionality of punishments for accidents of varying severity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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