Bill > LB1123

This bill establishes new requirements for public safety agencies and prosecuting agencies regarding "Brady-Giglio lists," which are lists of officers whose credibility might be questioned due to misconduct, as defined by landmark court cases like *Brady v. Maryland* and *Giglio v. United States*. It clarifies that officers cannot be disciplined or fired solely for being placed on or considered for such a list, though disciplinary action is still permissible based on the underlying conduct. The bill mandates that prosecuting agencies maintain policies for creating and managing these lists, including providing officers with notice, the opportunity to respond, and a process for reconsideration of placement. It also outlines procedures for reviewing decisions to place an officer on a Brady-Giglio list, allowing for court review if an officer's request for reconsideration is denied. Furthermore, the bill protects the confidentiality of officers' personal information and official photographs, preventing their public release without consent or legal necessity, and prohibits retaliation against officers for exercising their rights under this act. Finally, it increases the penalty for impersonating a peace officer from a misdemeanor to a Class IV felony.

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https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=63980