Use of Kinetic Energy Projectile and Chemical Agents for Crowd Control

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Penal Code (PC) section 13652.1(a) requires each law enforcement agency to “publish a summary on its internet website of all instances in which a peace officer employed by that agency uses a kinetic energy projectile or chemical agent, as those terms are defined in [Penal Code] Section 13652, for crowd control,” within 60 days of each incident. Law enforcement agencies “may extend that period for another 30 days if they demonstrate just cause, but in no case longer than 90 days from the time of the incident."

Penal Code 13652.1(a) was enacted on January 1, 2022. Since the passing of this penal code, the Office of the Sheriff has not used kinetic energy projectiles or chemical agents for crowd control.  If the Office of the Sheriff has a reportable incident, the details will be provided here as specified by law.