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This bill establishes a detailed procedural framework for grand jury investigations involving law enforcement officers accused of using lethal force while on duty. The proposed legislation requires that before a grand jury investigation begins, the officer under investigation must receive written notice at least 20 days prior to the hearing, informing them about the investigation, their right to voluntarily testify, and the investigation's purpose. If the officer chooses to testify, they will be allowed to do so at the conclusion of the state's case-in-chief and can be questioned by the prosecuting attorney or grand jury members. The bill mandates that the officer be informed of their rights before testifying, including that their testimony is voluntary, they can refuse to answer questions that might incriminate them, and their attorney can be present but cannot ask questions or object to evidence. The prosecuting attorney is permitted to present rebuttal evidence after the officer's testimony, and the bill stipulates that for these types of cases, a grand jury indictment is required before any prosecution can proceed. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to both felony and misdemeanor cases involving law enforcement officers' use of lethal force.

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