California laws

The new laws target animal abusers and their ability to own firearms while seeking more severe punishment for robberies and soliciting minors.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law that expands access to IVF and fertility treatments in the state. Brittany Hope reports for the NBC4 News at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a first-in-the-nation law Monday barring school districts from passing policies that require schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.

The new laws encompass different areas, including student discipline, security deposits and gun ownership. Ted Chen reports for NBC4 at 4 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024.

There are new laws in California that deal with date-rape testing kits in bars, security deposit limits, gun purchases, hidden fees, DYI phone fixes and more. See the list of new California laws.

Beginning July 1, California’s Type 48 license holders, which include bars and similar establishments that sell alcohol, will be required to offer drug testing kits as part of new legislation aimed to stop drink spiking.

Over 200 lowriders celebrated with a cruise down Whittier Boulevard in East LA on New Year’s Day.

A newly enacted California law lifted the ban on lowrider cruising, prompting fanatics of the sleek vehicles to celebrate on iconic Whittier Boulevard.

Starting January 2024, state officials in California say they will be able to seize and destroy packaging that is attractive to children and being used unlawfully for illegal cannabis and other products.  

Starting July 1, a handful of news laws go into effect in California.