AB 1586 - BART Public Safety Accountability Act

• Authorizes the BART board of directors to establish an office of independent police auditor that reports directly to the board
• Empowers the independent police auditor to investigate complaints against BART police personnel for on-duty misconduct and off-duty unlawful activity
• Requires the auditor to reach independent findings on complaint validity and recommend appropriate disciplinary action for sustained complaints
• Allows the BART board to organize and manage the auditor's office, and permits the board to authorize a citizen review board to participate in recommending disciplinary action
• Requires the auditor to prepare reports of activities in accordance with office rules and applicable law