Bill > S06771

This bill amends the New York executive law to provide legal protections for law enforcement employees who intervene against police misconduct. The bill first defines "police misconduct" as excessive, forceful, or unjustified actions by a law enforcement officer, including false arrests, sexual misconduct, and witness tampering. It applies to employees of state police, county sheriff's departments, and city, town, village, university, park, or public authority police departments. The bill grants immunity from civil and criminal liability for law enforcement employees who intervene against misconduct in good faith, ensuring they cannot be legally punished for stopping inappropriate behavior by fellow officers. Additionally, the bill prohibits law enforcement agencies from taking retaliatory personnel actions against employees who intervene against police misconduct, protecting them from professional consequences such as demotion, discipline, or termination. This legislation aims to encourage accountability within law enforcement by creating a legal framework that supports officers who speak out against or prevent misconduct by their colleagues.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6771