Alameda City Council
July 5, 2022

AB 481
Jul 5, 2022
AB 481
•Signed into law and 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 •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