CT HB07074

Police officers may engage in vehicle pursuits only when they believe an occupant of the moving motor vehicle committed a felony, as defined in section 53a-25

The uniform state-wide pursuit policy must specify factors for both initiating and discontinuing pursuits, including public protection, the suspected offense, need for immediate apprehension, risks to officers and the public, traffic and weather conditions, and whether the suspect can be identified and apprehended later

The Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection must update the pursuit policy regulations by January 1, 2027, and at least once every five years thereafter, in conjunction with the Chief State's Attorney, POST Council, Connecticut Police Chiefs Association, and Connecticut Coalition of Police and Correctional Officers

The policy must address inter-municipal coordination, including notification requirements and supervisory responsibility when pursuits cross into other jurisdictions

Takes effect upon passage and amends section 14-283a(b) of the general statutes