Disability Access Law In CA Flashcards
Unruh Civil Rights Act
1959
Outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, and national origin in places of public accommodation.
Disabled Persons Act (DPA)
1968
Protects rights of equal access in places of public accommodation for individuals with disabilities or medical conditions.
Access Required for Public Bldgs.
GOV sec 4450
1968
Uses ANSI A117.1 as standard (ASA 1961)
Access Required for Public Accommodations
HSC sec 19955
1970
Uses ANSI A117.1 as standard (ASA 1961)
Accessibility First Codified
1982
Uniform Building Code (UBC) with California Amendments
Disabled Persons Act (DPA)
1992
As amended, states that a violation of the ADA is a violation of the DPA and Unruh Civil Rights Act.