FL S0576

County sheriffs and municipal police chiefs may establish civilian oversight boards of 3 to 7 members, appointed solely by the sheriff or police chief, to review policies and procedures of their respective agencies

Political subdivisions are prohibited from adopting or enforcing ordinances related to the receipt, processing, or investigation of misconduct complaints against law enforcement or correctional officers, except as expressly provided in state law

Political subdivisions are also prohibited from adopting or enforcing ordinances establishing civilian oversight of law enforcement agency investigations into officer misconduct complaints

The Legislature declares its intent to make the process for receiving, processing, and investigating complaints against law enforcement and correctional officers, along with officers' rights during investigations, uniform throughout the state

Effective date is July 1, 2024