Bill > B26-0381

This bill makes several key changes to police oversight and legal procedures in the District of Columbia. First, it expands the Police Complaints Board from 5 to 9 members, ensuring representation from each Ward and one at-large member, with a requirement that no members can be affiliated with law enforcement agencies. The bill also grants the Office of Police Complaints' Executive Director expanded authority to initiate complaints independently if they discover evidence of police misconduct not originally alleged, including situations where an officer fails to intervene or report when another officer uses excessive force or violates department rules. Additionally, the bill clarifies several legal provisions related to victims, specifically specifying that certain legal protections apply only to victims under 18 years of age in contexts involving sexual assault and related legal proceedings. The legislation is designated as an emergency act, meaning it will be in effect for up to 90 days and is intended to make technical corrections and improvements to existing police oversight and legal frameworks. The bill uses specific acronyms like MPD (Metropolitan Police Department) and references specific police department general orders to provide precise guidance on reporting and intervention expectations.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0381