AB 1627 expands peace officer disqualification criteria to include …

Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action

In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.May 28, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This bill ensures that individuals who have engaged in serious misconduct while performing immigration enforcement duties are barred from serving as peace officers in California, regardless of whether their prior service was at the state, territorial, or federal level.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Peace officer applicants

Applicants with prior immigration enforcement experience are now subject to stricter disqualification criteria based on past conduct.

Law enforcement agencies

Agencies must apply the expanded disqualification criteria when vetting candidates for peace officer positions.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 1627 expands the definition of 'law enforcement officer' to include those engaged in immigration enforcement, effectively disqualifying individuals from California peace officer employment if they have committed misconduct in that role. This change applies to officers previously employed in any U.S. state, territory, or federal agency.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill ensures that individuals who have engaged in serious misconduct while performing immigration enforcement duties are barred from serving as peace officers in California, regardless of whether their prior service was at the state, territorial, or federal level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who does this bill affect?

It affects individuals seeking employment as peace officers in California who have prior experience in law enforcement or immigration enforcement in any U.S. jurisdiction.

Does this apply to charter cities?

Yes, the bill explicitly states that these changes apply to all cities, including , because they address a matter of statewide concern.

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Legislative Coordination

The bill includes a specific contingency clause to merge its changes with AB 1896, indicating a coordinated legislative effort regarding Government Code Section 1029.

AB 1627 AB 1896

Connected Entities

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Sources

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AB 1627 expands peace officer disqualification criteria to include immigration enforcement misconduct