Why This Matters
This bill aims to create a consistent policy for law enforcement on the use of force, emphasizing deescalation and safety. It ensures accountability and transparency in how force is applied by officers.
If you are concerned about police use of force, this bill could lead to safer interactions with law enforcement.
Affects: Law enforcement officers and the communities they serve are directly affected by this bill.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill requires a clear policy on how law enforcement uses force. 2. Officers must try to deescalate situations before using force. 3. Chokeholds and carotid restraints are banned for controlling non-compliant individuals. 4. Each law enforcement component must have a trained expert to ensure policy compliance. 5. The Department will publish reports every six months on use of force incidents.
Who is affected?
Law enforcement officers and the communities they serve are directly affected by this bill.