CT SB00775

Delays implementation of use of force statute changes from April 1, 2021 to October 1, 2022, and restores language allowing deadly force when "threatened infliction of serious injury" is present

Repeals changes to qualified immunity established in the Police Accountability Act and removes limits on consent searches during motor vehicle stops

Reduces penalties for officers who fail to intervene or report misconduct so they cannot exceed penalties for the underlying unlawful act

Replaces references to "unreasonable, excessive or illegal use of force" with "criminal use of force" and removes de-escalation requirements from use of force statutes

Protects officers from discipline based solely on mental health assessments or seeking mental health services, and provides good faith protection for officers managing crowds