Policy Text
ISSUE: 25-31 TRAINING BULLETIN DATE: August 14, 2025
California Assembly Bill 1874
In accordance with newly enacted legislation, all law enforcement agencies are required to establish
and maintain written policies regarding interactions with survivors of human trafficking by no later than
December 1, 2026. These policies must align with guidelines developed by the Commission on Peace
Officer Standards and Training (POST), which are set to be released by June 1, 2026.
Purpose:
This bulletin serves to inform law enforcement personnel of the key provisions outlined in the policy
framework mandated by Welfare & Institutions (W&I) Code sections 23020, 23022, and 23024. The
purpose of these provisions is to enhance survivor-centered responses, protect survivors' rights, and
ensure appropriate referrals to support services.
Policy Requirements
Each law enforcement agency must develop and implement policies that include the following
provisions:
1.