Public safety in California: where the candidates stand

Public safety in California: 0 recorded candidate positions and 6 articles, alongside 127 races on the California ballot.

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California bans electric shock gloves in law enforcement

Public safety

A new California law prohibits law enforcement personnel from using electric shock gloves.

The Ballot California DeskOct 4, 2026

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Newsom signs California worker protections for AI use

Public safety

The new laws limit AI-based firing decisions, emotional monitoring and the use of AI in mass layoffs.

The Ballot California News DeskOct 2, 2026

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Amber Alert issued for four children in Southern California

Public safety

Police issued an Amber Alert involving four missing children in Southern California.

The Ballot California News DeskOct 1, 2026

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California governor signs 10 firearm-related laws

Public safety

The governor described the 10 new laws as gun-safety measures, while Guns.com characterized them as restrictions on guns.

The Ballot California DeskSep 29, 2026

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Newsom signs California gun-safety bill package

Public safety

The new laws address firearm storage, protective orders, state reporting, youth cases, violence prevention and 3D-printed guns.

The Ballot California DeskSep 28, 2026

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Newsom signs California gun-safety legislation

Public safety

The governor signed new bills focused on preventing gun violence and strengthening California’s gun-safety policies.

The Ballot California News DeskSep 27, 2026