HB86 Summary

• Requires every state and local law enforcement agency to establish written procedures for conducting internal investigations of complaints against their officers.

• Internal investigations must be completed within 90 days of a complaint filing, unless extended due to witness unavailability, obtaining necessary reports, additional violations discovered, or party agreement.

• Mandates that officers under investigation receive written notice of complaint details and complainant identity (unless confidentiality is warranted), be advised of legal rights, and have right to representation at administrative hearings.

• Specifies that criminal complaints take precedence over administrative charges, allows officers to be suspended or reassigned with compensation during investigations, and establishes an appeal process for adverse findings.

• Requires agencies to distribute copies of internal investigation procedures to all employed law enforcement officers for their review.