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MA H3412
MA H3412Relative to civil rights protection of police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the confidentiality of personnel records of certain police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect the confidentiality of personnel records of police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians. It states that these records, which include documents used to evaluate performance and that might lead to discipline, shall be considered confidential and not subject to public inspection or review without the express consent of the individual, except if mandated by a court order. The bill outlines the process for a judge to review and release only the relevant and material parts of the personnel records, if necessary, after hearing from interested parties. Violations of this confidentiality provision would result in a fine of up to $5,000 against the relevant agency or municipality.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3412 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3412.pdf |
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