California AB2286 amends the Penal Code to ensure timely attorney visits for prisoners in medical settings.

California AB2286 amends Section 825 of the Penal Code to mandate that officers in charge of prisoners in medical settings must allow attorneys to visit without unnecessary delay. The bill specifies that if an officer refuses or neglects to allow such visits, they are guilty of a misdemeanor. Additionally, the officer must compensate the aggrieved party with $500 if proper application for the visit is made. This change aims to ensure that prisoners in medical settings have timely access to legal representation.

California AB2286 amends the Penal Code to ensure timely attorney visits for prisoners in medical settings.

California AB2286 amends Section 825 of the Penal Code to mandate that officers in charge of prisoners in medical settings must allow attorneys to visit without unnecessary delay. The bill specifies that if an officer refuses or neglects to allow such visits, they are guilty of a misdemeanor. Additionally, the officer must compensate the aggrieved party with $500 if proper application for the visit is made. This change aims to ensure that prisoners in medical settings have timely access to legal representation.