Law enforcement agencies: artificial intelligence.

Senator Arreguín's legislation establishes comprehensive requirements for California law enforcement agencies using artificial intelligence to generate official reports. The measure requires agencies to implement policies ensuring that AI-generated reports include specific disclosures on each page identifying the AI programs used, along with officer signatures verifying the accuracy of the final content.

The bill creates a detailed framework for managing AI-generated law enforcement documents. Agencies must retain the initial AI-generated draft for the same duration as the final report, though only the final version constitutes an official statement. The legislation requires AI programs to maintain audit trails documenting the officer using the system and any audio or video footage incorporated into reports. Third-party vendors providing AI services to law enforcement agencies face restrictions on sharing or using the information, limited only to authorized agency purposes or court orders.

For implementation purposes, the bill defines artificial intelligence as systems that automatically draft police narratives by analyzing camera footage or enhancing officer-dictated reports. Local agencies may receive state reimbursement for costs associated with the new requirements, pending review by the Commission on State Mandates. The provisions apply to all state and local law enforcement departments employing peace officers under California law.