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DE HB397

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

7/21/2014

Primary Sponsor

John Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Title 11 of the Delaware Code regarding internal affairs investigations of law enforcement officers
  • Allows certified officers from other police departments to conduct internal investigations when the officer's own department lacks sufficient staff
  • Required investigators must be certified by the Council on Police Training pursuant to Chapter 84 of Title 11 and have experience or training in conducting internal law enforcement investigations
  • Outside investigators must be appointed by the Chief of Police of the department conducting the investigation
  • Applies to formal complaints seeking dismissal, suspension, or other formal disciplinary action against law enforcement officers

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill Of Rights.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/21/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Safety & Homeland Security6/10/2014

Full Bill Text

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