Bill > SB01436

This bill establishes several new provisions related to police accountability and data reporting. First, it creates a new criminal offense of making a false statement in a law enforcement record, which would be classified as a class D felony. This means that intentionally entering false information into official law enforcement documents with the intent to mislead a public servant is now a crime. The bill also expands grounds for canceling or revoking a police officer's certification, including adding false statements in law enforcement records as a potential reason for decertification. Additionally, the legislation requires chief law enforcement officers to promptly report certain serious misconduct to the Police Officer Standards and Training Council, including incidents involving excessive force, failure to intervene in misconduct, or actions that undermine public confidence in law enforcement. The bill further mandates that chief law enforcement officers notify the appropriate state's attorney of any suspected criminal violations by police officers. Finally, the legislation creates a new exception to public disclosure laws, preventing the release of formal complaints against police or correction officers before they have been fully investigated and adjudicated. These changes aim to increase transparency, accountability, and public trust in law enforcement agencies.

Justice

Judiciary Committee (Joint)

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