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Assembly passes AB 1656 to add human trafficking to “good cause” continuances
Summary
The California State Assembly passed AB 1656 on Jan. 20, 2026, by a recorded floor vote of 58–0. Sponsor Assemblymember Davies said the bill would expand the definition of "good cause" for continuances to include human trafficking, preserving continuity of counsel for survivors.
The California State Assembly passed Assembly Bill 1656 on Jan. 20, 2026, by a floor vote of 58 ayes and 0 noes. The bill, presented by Assemblymember Davies, would expand the crimes included in the statutory definition of "good cause" for continuances in criminal trials to explicitly include human trafficking.
"AB 1656 is a common-sense victim protection bill that expands the…
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