Bill > SB1461

This bill modifies Arizona law regarding law enforcement officer investigations and probationary periods by establishing new protections and procedures. Specifically, the bill provides law enforcement officers with several rights during administrative investigations, such as the ability to have a representative present during interviews at no cost to the employer, receive advance written notice about the investigation's details, record their own interview, and consult with a representative after the interview. The bill introduces significant changes to probationary periods for law enforcement officers, prohibiting termination of an officer who is promoted to a higher rank and placed on probation, allowing only demotion in such cases. However, the employer can still terminate an officer with just cause. The bill also clarifies that police recruits who fail to satisfactorily complete their initial probationary period can be terminated, and law enforcement officers who are laterally transferred and fail to complete their probationary period can also be terminated. These provisions aim to provide more procedural protections for law enforcement officers during investigations and when transitioning between roles, while maintaining employers' ability to manage their workforce effectively.

Justice, Military Affairs and Security

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82885