Bill > HB415

This bill, known as the Back the Blue Act, establishes a Police Abuse Registry and a Law Enforcement Injury Fund in Alabama, aimed at tracking individuals convicted of offenses against law enforcement officers. The registry, maintained by the Attorney General, will include detailed personal information about individuals convicted of "qualifying offenses" involving force or threats against law enforcement, such as their name, birth date, conviction details, and last known address. Law enforcement agencies can access the registry for background checks, investigations, and monitoring purposes, with unauthorized use constituting a Class A misdemeanor. Individuals can request removal from the registry by paying a $5,000 fee per qualifying conviction, with these funds deposited into the Law Enforcement Injury Fund. The fund will be used exclusively to provide financial assistance, rehabilitation, and medical support for law enforcement officers injured in the line of duty. The Attorney General must submit annual reports detailing the fund's disbursements and will be responsible for implementing confidentiality safeguards. The bill also allows individuals harmed by unauthorized registry information disclosure to pursue civil action, and it will become effective on October 1, 2025. The legislation emphasizes supporting and protecting law enforcement officers by creating a comprehensive tracking and support system.

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