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Relating to the use of force by police officers; and declaring an emergency.

It became law on Jul 7, 2020.

OR HB 4201 · House Bill · 2020S1

Stage
Became law
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House
Sponsors
31
Latest action
Jul 7, 2020

What it does

Requires law enforcement agency to notify Attorney General when police officer uses physical force resulting in death or qualifying physical injury. Requires Attorney General to appoint special investigator to lead investigation upon receipt of notification. Directs Attorney General to prosecute violations of law related to use of physical force. Directs Attorney General to release reports from investigation if criminal proceedings are not initiated.] \tEstablishes Joint Committee on Transparent Policing and Use of Force Reform. Directs committee to examine policies related to use of force and transparency in policing and recommend legislation to committees of Legislative Assembly related…

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This bill passed and is now law.

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    Jul 7, 2020

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