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Disability access: liability.

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CA AB 1878 · Assembly Bill · 2011–2012

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Failed
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Assembly
Sponsors
6
Latest action
Jun 6, 2012

What it does

Under existing law, a person, firm, or corporation that interferes with the access rights of a disabled individual is liable for the actual damages of each offense and any amount determined by a judge or jury of up to 3 times the amount of the actual damages, but in no case less than $1,000. Existing law requires the State Architect to develop and submit for approval and adoption building standards for making buildings, structures, sidewalks, curbs, and related facilities accessible to, and usable by, persons with disabilities.

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