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NJ A1380
Requires Attorney General to revise law enforcement use of force policy; implements certain reforms.
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Introduced
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Attorney General to revise the policy for the use of force by law enforcement officers. The current use of force policy followed by law enforcement officers was last revised by the Attorney General in 2001. The bill enumerates specific requirements, factors, standards, and reforms which are to be included in the revised use of force policy. The Attorney General would be required to publish the revised policy within seven months following the date of the bill's enactment.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Attorney General to revise the policy for the use of force by law enforcement officers. The revised policy must include specific requirements, factors, standards, and reforms, such as mandating de-escalation techniques, establishing guidelines for the use of firearms, and implementing procedures for investigating and reporting citizen complaints. The Attorney General is required to publish the revised policy within seven months of the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Community Development and Affairs Committee (on 01/11/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A1380 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A1500/1380_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A1500/1380_I1.PDF |
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