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Introduced
01/22/2021
01/22/2021
In Committee
01/22/2021
01/22/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/18/2022
05/18/2022
Introduced Session
32nd Legislature
Bill Summary
AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act prohibiting the use of chokeholds by peace officers; and relating to justification of use of force by peace officers."
AI Summary
This bill prohibits peace officers from using chokeholds or other restraints that impede a person's breathing or blood circulation, except in situations where the use of deadly force is legally authorized and permitted by the employing agency's policy. The bill aims to ban the use of chokeholds and similar techniques that can potentially result in unconsciousness or loss of life, unless the officer's actions are justified under the law and their department's policies.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate State Affairs Hearing (15:30 5/6/2021 Butrovich 205) (on 05/06/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.akleg.gov/basis/Bill/Detail/32?Root=SB1 |
| BillText | http://www.akleg.gov/PDF/32/Bills/SB0001A.PDF |
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