AB 481 PRESENTATION
May 3, 2022
AB 481
• Signed into law on September 30, 2021
Codified in Government Code Sections 7070-7075
• Requires law enforcement to gain approval to use, acquire, and fund items defined as military equipment by city
ordinance and policy
AB 481
• The legislation aimed to provide more transparency and accountability
• Each community has unique public safety needs and law enforcement expectations
• Specialized equipment is acquired and deployed based on what is needed to keep our community safe
AB 481
• APD does not participate in the 1033 military surplus equipment program
• APD has equipment built specifically for law enforcement to be used for a legitimate public safety objective, and that enhances our ability to achieve operational goals designed to protect our community from harm
EQUIPMENT IN APD INVENTORY
• Crewless Ground Vehicle
• Ballistic Armored Tactical Transport
• Specialized Firearms
• Noise Flash Diversionary Devices
• Tear Gas
• Kinetic Energy Launchers and Munitions
POLICY INCLUDES
• Equipment description, quantity, capabilities, and expected lifespan
• The proposed use, fiscal impact (initial costs and estimated annual costs)
• Legal or procedural rules that govern each authorized use • How to register complaints from the community
ACCOUNTABILITY
• An annual internal review of the APD equipment list and use • An annual City Council review of documents, our policy, and equipment lists
• Information will be made available to the public, and we will hold a community engagement meeting within 30 days of
submitting our annual report