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AB 1213: Restitution: priority.

California · Assembly · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified December 13, 2025

What AB 1213 does, verified December 13, 2025

This bill, known as the Restitution First Act, aims to prioritize restitution for victims of crime. It requires a restitution order to be paid before all other fines, fees, and penalties. This change ensures that victims receive compensation for their losses before other financial obligations are addressed. The bill also makes minor, conforming changes to existing law.

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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 184, Statutes of 2025. (2025-09-02)Alert me
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Oct. 01, 2025Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 184, Statutes of 2025.
Oct. 01, 2025Approved by the Governor.
Sep. 15, 2025Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4:30 p.m.
Sep. 04, 2025Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 78. Noes 0. Page 2911.).
Sep. 04, 2025Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 78. Noes 0.).
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