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New Decking and Catwalk Regulations in California Aim to Ensure Safety of Homeowners and Apartment Dwellers

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Santa Clarita, California – Two new statutes, Senate Bill 326 and SB721, have been introduced in relation to decking and catwalks. SB326 specifically applies to homeowners associations (HOAs), while SB721 is targeted at apartments. These regulations aim to address the inspection and repair of exterior decks and catwalks in HOAs and apartments with three or more units. The need for these statutes arose following a tragic incident in northern California where a balcony collapsed, resulting in the deaths of six people. Investigations revealed that rotting timbers and faulty connections were common factors leading to such … Read more

HC Attorney Unveils Stringent Measures to Ensure Compliance with Brady/Giglio Laws

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Hennepin County, Minnesota – In an effort to improve compliance with Brady/Giglio laws, an attorney from Hennepin County announced new measures today. These laws require prosecutors to disclose information about police officers’ credibility issues, such as past misconduct or dishonesty. The attorney’s announcement aimed to address concerns raised by defense attorneys and civil rights advocates regarding the enforcement of these laws in the county. The new measures include implementing a more comprehensive and streamlined approach to identifying and tracking officers’ credibility issues. This will involve the creation of a centralized database that will allow prosecutors … Read more

Calera Takes Action to Ensure Neighborhood Safety with New Traffic Laws

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CALERA, Alabama – In an effort to prioritize the safety of residents and children in the Savannah Pointe subdivision, the City of Calera has taken steps to address traffic concerns. Following a petition from the homeowner’s association, the city council recently approved new traffic laws aimed at tackling issues such as speeding and street parking. The implementation of these laws will be enforced by the Calera Police Department within the next 60 days. Councilor Kay Snowden Turner emphasized the council’s commitment to ensuring the safety of everyone, particularly children. Turner expressed concern that speeding and … Read more

Hennepin County Attorney Implements New Disclosure Policy to Ensure Fair Court Proceedings

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota – Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has implemented new requirements for police departments in her jurisdiction to disclose officers’ histories of misconduct. The move aims to promote fairness in court proceedings for criminal defendants. The disclosure of critical findings related to officers’ truthfulness, bias, excessive force, improper search and seizure, or abuse of authority will now be mandatory. Additionally, police departments must notify the courts if officers have failed to adhere to proper protocols in collecting evidence, obtaining statements, or analyzing forensic evidence. Moriarty, who assumed her position last year, consulted with police … Read more