Daly City Anti-Bullying Zone Rules - City Bylaw

Education California 3 Minutes Read · published March 01, 2026 Flag of California

Daly City, California schools and municipal authorities coordinate to protect students in public spaces near campuses. This guide explains how anti-bullying zone expectations are implemented, which agencies enforce them, how incidents are reported, and what remedies or discipline may follow for students and adults involved.

Scope & Legal Basis

There is no single named "anti-bullying zone" bylaw in the Daly City municipal code; school bullying and student safety are implemented through school district policies and state Education Code provisions, while public-safety and nuisance provisions in the city code support enforcement by city officers and complaint processes[1]. Local police and school resource officers work with districts on on-campus and near-campus incidents[2]. State law (Education Code §48900 and related sections) authorizes suspension and expulsion for enumerated student conduct, which districts apply for serious bullying-related conduct[3].

If you need to report an incident immediately, call local police or school administration.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement and penalties for bullying incidents near schools involve multiple authorities. The municipal code provides general nuisance and disturbance tools; specific student discipline is set by school district policy and state law.

  • Monetary fines: not specified on the cited city page for anti-bullying zones; school discipline is non-monetary[1].
  • Escalation: municipal code cites progressive enforcement for repeat public nuisances, but dollar fines or per-day figures for anti-bullying are not listed on the cited pages; districts use progressive discipline (warning, detention, suspension, expulsion) under Education Code §48900[1][3].
  • Non-monetary sanctions: school suspension, expulsion, counseling referrals, restorative measures; civil restraining orders or juvenile petitions may apply in severe cases per state law[3].
  • Enforcer and complaints: Daly City Police Department handles criminal complaints and public-safety responses; school site administrators and district offices handle student discipline and investigations[2].
  • Appeals and review: school districts provide appeal procedures in board policies; statutory timelines for appeals are governed by district rules and Education Code provisions—specific time limits are not specified on the cited city page[1][3].
School discipline is primarily administered by the school district, not the city.

Applications & Forms

Most bullying reports are submitted via school incident forms or by contacting school administrators; no municipal application form is published specifically for an "anti-bullying zone" on the cited city pages[1]. For criminal reports, contact the Daly City Police Department online or by phone as listed on the official police page[2].

Action Steps for Parents, Students, and Staff

  • Report immediate threats to 911 or Daly City Police non-emergency contacts if not life-threatening[2].
  • File a written incident report with the school site administrator using the district form or email the district office.
  • Preserve evidence: screenshots, messages, photos, witness names and times.
  • Request remedies: counseling, no-contact orders, or disciplinary hearings through the school district appeal process.
Keep a dated record of each contact with school or police about the incident.

FAQ

Who enforces student anti-bullying policies near schools?
School administrators and district officials handle student discipline; Daly City Police respond to criminal conduct and public-safety complaints in public spaces near campuses[2].
Can the city fine parents or students for bullying?
The cited Daly City municipal resources do not list fines specific to bullying zones; disciplinary action is usually non-monetary and handled by school districts or through criminal procedures if a law is broken[1].
How do I appeal a school discipline decision?
Appeals follow the district's board policy and procedures; Education Code provisions also govern suspension and expulsion grounds and processes[3].

How-To

  1. Ensure immediate safety; if there is danger call 911 or local police.
  2. Report the incident to the school site administrator and request a written incident report.
  3. Gather and submit evidence to the school and, if relevant, to the police.
  4. If unsatisfied, follow the district appeal process and request a hearing with the superintendent or school board.

Key Takeaways

  • Student safety is enforced by schools and police working together.
  • Municipal code provides general public-safety tools; specific student discipline is in district policy and state law.
  • Report promptly and preserve evidence to support investigations.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Daly City Municipal Code - library.municode.com
  2. [2] Daly City Police Department - dalycity.org
  3. [3] California Education Code §48900 - leginfo.legislature.ca.gov

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