A resident of Fullerton is raising alarms over the availability of the city’s Municipal Code booklet, which is currently outdated and hindering public access to crucial legal information. The most recent version of the booklet available at the local library is dated 2024, prompting concerns about fairness and the enforcement of city laws.

Curtis Gamble, a local advocate, voiced his concerns, highlighting the negative impact that outdated information can have, especially for vulnerable populations.

“The Fullerton Municipal Code booklet contains laws that are essential for residents to understand and follow,” he stated. “With the current edition being from 2024, it fails to reflect many of the codes that are not being enforced and do not align with today’s standards.”

Gamble pointed out the importance of the Municipal Code booklet for the homeless community, which relies on accurate legal information regarding emergency shelter codes. He noted that many homeless individuals have faced harassment from law enforcement and received unfair citations due to their lack of access to up-to-date codes.

“I urge the city to distribute the ten updated copies from the clerk’s office to the appropriate departments and ensure the booklet reflects the laws of 2026,” he added.

Municipal codes are essential for residents as they outline legal rights and responsibilities. When these guidelines are outdated, it can lead to confusion and potential inequality in the treatment of residents. Many locals are calling for the city to take immediate action to make current versions of the code booklet more accessible, particularly in public spaces like libraries and other city departments.

As of now, city officials have not provided a clear timeline for distributing the updated code booklets. For more information or questions, call the Fullerton City Clerk’s Office at (714) 738-6350.