California Code, Government Code - GOV § 69844.5

On and after July 1, 1997, each clerk of the superior court shall prospectively certify and submit those court records specified by the Judicial Council which relate to criminal convictions for entry into a computer system operated by the Department of Justice that can be accessed by authorized agents of any district attorney or other state prosecuting agency. This section shall not be construed to require a superior court to acquire any new equipment or to implement any new procedures.