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

It became law on Jul 7, 2020.

OR HB 4203 · House Bill · 2020S1

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Sponsors
29
Latest action
Jul 7, 2020

What it does

Provides that peace officer may not use force that \tlimits ability of person to breathe, including but not limited to choke holds] impedes normal breathing or circulation of blood of another person by applying pressure on throat or neck, unless peace officer may use deadly physical force. \tDirects Board on Public Safety Standards and Training to adopt rules prohibiting training of police officers and reserve officers to use force that impedes normal breathing or circulation of blood of another person by applying pressure on throat or neck, except as defensive maneuver. \tDeclares emergency, effective on passage.

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    Jul 7, 2020

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