New laws taking effect in 2031 and later
4 California changes, spread over 3 months. Pick a state or topic to narrow the list.
January 2031 2
Gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated adds three points to a driving record
A conviction for gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated counts as three points against a driver's record, compared with two for the version without gross negligence. The DMV must also disclose these convictions for 10 years, as it does for DUI offenses.
Six-year license loss for injury DUIs by drivers with four recent prior DUIs
A person convicted of DUI causing injury who has four or more DUI-related convictions in the past 10 years loses their license for six years. After 12 months they may seek a restricted license if in a DUI program and using an ignition interlock.
June 2031 1
Cities and counties face a deadline for environmental justice plans, with set outreach steps
Cities and counties with disadvantaged communities must adopt or review their general plan's environmental justice part by this deadline, unless they met the standard before the law took effect. Later plans need two workshops, translated notices, a website and a 90-day draft review.
January 2032 1
Condo and homeowner associations must fund reserves at a minimum level each year
HOAs must fund reserves each year at least at the minimum their reserve study sets to stay above zero for 30 years. If a shortfall is projected, they must move 15% of the budget to reserves yearly, or levy a special assessment if needed.