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AB 2004 grants peace officer status to custodial deputy sheriffs in Fresno and San Joaquin counties

Original title: Peace officers: deputy sheriffs.

August 24, 2026

Peace OfficersCounty GovernmentLaw EnforcementPublic SafetyPeaceofficersdeputysheriffs

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The Frame

What this does

This bill standardizes the legal authority of custodial deputies in Fresno and San Joaquin counties to match the status already granted to their counterparts in counties like Butte and Calaveras, ensuring consistent arrest and firearm authority for these personnel.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Fresno County custodial deputy sheriffs

These officers are granted the legal status of peace officer while performing their custodial duties.

San Joaquin County custodial deputy sheriffs

These officers are granted the legal status of peace officer while performing their custodial duties.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

AB 2004 expands the legal definition of to include deputy sheriffs in Fresno and San Joaquin counties who are assigned to custodial duties. This change allows these specific officers to exercise peace officer authority while performing their custodial duties or during state-declared emergencies.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill standardizes the legal authority of custodial deputies in Fresno and San Joaquin counties to match the status already granted to their counterparts in counties like Butte and Calaveras, ensuring consistent arrest and firearm authority for these personnel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this bill give custodial deputies full police powers everywhere?
No. Their authority as s is limited to the performance of their custodial duties or when performing law enforcement duties directed by their agency during a .
Which counties are affected by this change?
The bill specifically adds Fresno County and San Joaquin County to the existing list of counties where custodial deputies hold this specific status.

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Standardization of Peace Officer Status

The bill serves to harmonize the legal status of custodial deputies across California counties by extending existing provisions from counties like Butte and Calaveras to Fresno and San Joaquin.

Fresno CountySan Joaquin CountyButte CountyCalaveras County

Connected Entities

locationButte County“County already utilizing the existing peace officer definition for custodial dep”Map →
locationSan Joaquin County“County where custodial deputy sheriffs will be granted new peace officer status.”Map →
locationCalaveras County“County already utilizing the existing peace officer definition for custodial dep”Map →
locationFresno County“County where custodial deputy sheriffs will be granted new peace officer status.”Map →

Sources

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openstates.org

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  • Controversy20
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