Bill > A01055

This bill requires the superintendent of the state police to develop and establish comprehensive, standardized investigative protocols specifically for incidents involving shootings of civilians by police officers. The new section being added to the executive law mandates that these uniform investigatory standards must be followed consistently every time such a shooting occurs. By creating these minimum standards, the bill aims to ensure a consistent, thorough, and transparent approach to investigating police-involved shootings, which can help increase public trust and accountability in law enforcement. The standards would provide a clear, structured process for examining these critical incidents, potentially helping to address concerns about varied or inconsistent investigative practices. The bill is straightforward in its language, simply requiring the state police superintendent to create and enforce these investigative standards, and it is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1055