Bill > LD1607

This bill amends Maine's law enforcement policies to require agencies to develop and implement several key written policies by specific deadlines. By January 1, 2024, agencies must establish processes to protect attorney-client communications and outline procedures for handling potential breaches of confidentiality. By January 1, 2026, law enforcement agencies must create policies to assist prosecutors in meeting their constitutional obligations for evidence disclosure, specifically referencing two landmark Supreme Court cases (Brady v. Maryland and Giglio v. United States) that require prosecutors to disclose exculpatory evidence that might be favorable to the defendant. Additionally, the bill mandates that agencies develop requirements for mandatory disclosures to the Maine Criminal Justice Academy by the same 2026 deadline. These provisions aim to enhance transparency, protect legal communications, and ensure that potentially critical evidence is properly shared during criminal proceedings, ultimately supporting fair legal processes.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1607&snum=132