The Civil Rights, Equity, Immigration, Aging and Disability Committee of Los Angeles convened on August 1, 2025, to discuss critical issues surrounding domestic violence protection orders and the integration of court databases. The meeting featured presentations from the Los Angeles Police Department, specifically Commander Chay Mastic and Detective Marisa Aguinaga, who addressed the potential for the city to utilize California's court-protected orders more effectively.

The discussion began with an overview of the existing databases at both the state and county levels. Commander Mastic highlighted the importance of a unified system that allows law enforcement agencies across California to access protection orders related to domestic violence and elder abuse. Currently, the Los Angeles court system operates a limited portal known as Justice Partner, which restricts access to information within the county.

Mastic emphasized the need for a statewide repository that would enable law enforcement to view all protection orders, thereby enhancing the safety and support for victims. He noted that while discussions had taken place with court administrative staff regarding this integration, there appeared to be resistance to moving away from the existing county-based system.

The committee members expressed their support for the proposal, urging the city to formally request the court system to consider establishing a more comprehensive statewide database. The meeting concluded with a call for further action to ensure that victims of domestic violence and elder abuse receive the necessary protections across all jurisdictions in California.

Overall, the committee's discussions underscored the ongoing challenges in addressing domestic violence and the critical need for improved coordination among law enforcement and judicial systems to protect vulnerable populations effectively.