AZ SB1029

Establishes that law enforcement officers shall not be subject to disciplinary action except for "just cause," defined as meeting four specific criteria: officer notification of possible discipline, reasonable relation to professional standards and agency operations, support by preponderance of evidence, and proportionality to the offense and service record.

Exempts officers still in their initial probationary period and administrative dismissals (such as reductions in force) from the "just cause" requirement.

Does not preempt existing or future collective bargaining agreements between employers and law enforcement officer representative associations.

Applies to certified peace officers, correction and detention officers employed by the state or political subdivisions, deputy sheriffs, and municipal police officers, but excludes reserve officers, volunteers, juvenile detention officers, and those already covered by merit systems.

References the definition of "disciplinary action" from Arizona Revised Statutes section 38-1101.