Big social media platforms owe set damages for negligently injuring children
Social media platforms with over $100 million in yearly revenue that injure a child under 18 through lack of ordinary care owe the larger of $5,000 per violation, capped at $1 million per child, or three times actual damages. Cases already pending are excluded.
Who it affects
Large social media platforms, and injured children and their families
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
- : Set damages for child injuries end unless renewed
Official text
California AB 2: Injuries to children: civil penalties.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.