HI SB568

Creates a law enforcement standards board within the department of the attorney general to certify county police officers, state public safety officers, and employees of transportation and land and natural resources departments with police powers.

Board consists of 11 voting members including three former law enforcement professionals, two retired judges, two criminal justice educators, and one appointee from each county mayor, appointed by the governor or mayors according to state law.

Establishes minimum standards for law enforcement officer employment including completion of board-approved basic training, minimum age, education, physical and mental fitness, citizenship, moral character, and good conduct requirements.

Requires all new law enforcement officers hired after January 1, 2018 to hold valid board certificates; existing officers must obtain certification by December 31, 2020 using in-service training.

Creates a law enforcement standards board special fund to support board operations, funded through legislative appropriations, certification fees, grants, and gifts; appropriation amounts left blank in bill.