Senate Bill 1060 Summary

• Amends Arizona Revised Statutes Section 38-1104 to regulate administrative interviews of law enforcement officers that could result in dismissal, demotion, or suspension.

• Requires employers to provide written notice at least 24 hours before interviews that includes alleged facts, investigation nature, officer's status, and all known misconduct allegations, along with relevant and readily available materials in written, audio, or video format.

• Permits law enforcement officers to request a representative present during interviews (from same agency or professional membership organization) who may observe, take notes, and consult with the officer, with protections against unauthorized information release.

• Allows law enforcement officers to record their own interviews and record their own statements, with a five-minute statement period at interview conclusion to address facts or policies.

• Provides exceptions to notice and representative requirements for routine supervision, preliminary questioning to determine investigation scope, and criminal investigations; does not apply to at-will state agency employees.