HB413 Summary

• Clarifies the name of the division as "Investigation and Intelligence Division" of the Department of Corrections.

• Removes language prohibiting correctional investigative services officers from executing search warrants.

• Expands investigation authority to include associates of inmates and employees of the department, including family members of inmates and department contractors.

• Maintains that correctional investigative services officers remain peace officers with full police powers but excludes the authority to execute search warrants.

• Becomes effective immediately upon passage and gubernatorial approval.