California sterilization law

California sterilization law regulates permanent sterilization procedures, ensuring they are performed ethically and with informed consent. Generally, it requires individuals to be fully informed about the procedure's risks and consequences and to voluntarily agree without coercion. The law also limits sterilizations in certain settings, such as prisons or for specific populations, and emphasizes the importance of patient autonomy and rights. Its goal is to prevent non-consensual sterilizations and protect individuals from irreversible procedures without proper understanding and consent.