Civil Detainees’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026 guarantees civil detainees in California certain rights.
The Civil Detainees’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026 ensures that civil detainees in California have specific rights, including dignity, privacy, humane care, mental health treatment, medical and dental care, and protection from harm. It mandates that these rights be observed by facility operators and allows the Attorney General to bring civil actions for violations, including seeking civil penalties. The act emphasizes the importance of maintaining the health and safety of civil detainees and reaffirms existing rights under state law.
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