AL SB17

Prohibits law enforcement officers from using tasers on restrained individuals, including those in handcuffs, body cuffs, or other restraining devices.

Defines "taser" as any mechanism designed to emit or project an electronic, magnetic, or other type of charge or shock to temporarily incapacitate a person.

Establishes violation of this prohibition as a Class C felony.

Becomes effective October 1, 2024.

Exempted from constitutional restrictions on local expenditure requirements because it defines a new crime under existing law.