ME LD1784

Law enforcement agencies (State Police, sheriff's departments, municipal police) must publish their policies and procedures in clear language on publicly accessible websites and in printed form by January 1, 2026

Required disclosures include summaries of key policies on use of force, de-escalation techniques, and pursuit, along with comprehensive rules governing officer conduct

Agencies must provide printed copies at no fee within 7 business days upon public request, with no passwords or fees required for website access

Policy revisions must be published within 60 days of adoption, with the publication date clearly stated

Chief administrative officers must certify compliance annually by January 1st to the Board of Trustees of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, and all officers must receive orientation and training on agency policies