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Government

Aug. 25, 2016

Governor signs bill allowing police to use body scans on all arrestees

Despite the opposition of the American Civil Liberties Union and other organizations, Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a bill that allows law enforcement to use body scanners on people arrested for misdemeanors and infractions.

By Malcolm Maclachlan
Daily Journal Staff Writer

SACRAMENTO — Despite the opposition of the American Civil Liberties Union and other organizations, Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a bill that allows law enforcement to use body scanners on people arrested for misdemeanors and infractions.

These scanners are similar to those used in airports to prevent the smuggling of weapons, drugs and other contraband. They can...

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