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FL S0864
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission to establish a training component for law enforcement, correctional, and correctional probation officers on interacting with individuals with autism spectrum disorder
- Training must cover the nature of autism spectrum disorders, de-escalation techniques, appropriate interviewing/interrogation methods, techniques for locating individuals who run away, recognizing agency while identifying abusive situations, and differentiating autism traits from belligerent behavior
- Initial certification training must be conducted in-person, while continued employment training may be completed online; training counts toward the 40 hours of instruction required for continued employment or appointment
- By July 1, 2026, all basic skills courses for initial officer certification must incorporate the autism spectrum disorder training; by July 1, 2028, all current officers must complete the training or have their certification placed on inactive status
- Effective date is July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Autism Spectrum Disorder Training for Law Enforcement and Correctional Officers
Last Action
Died in Messages
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy2/8/2024
Appropriations Subcommittee on Criminal and Civil Justice1/25/2024
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