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MI SB0992
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes the "Law Enforcement Disciplinary Act" requiring law enforcement officers to refrain from using excessive force during their duties.
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Mandates that law enforcement officers who observe another officer using excessive force must intervene verbally or physically to stop it.
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Requires each law enforcement agency to adopt written policies addressing investigation of excessive force allegations and disciplinary action against officers who fail to intervene.
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Mandates written policies include investigation procedures, disciplinary processes, and due process safeguards meeting state and federal constitutional requirements.
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Makes violations of the act a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year imprisonment, a fine of up to $1,000, or both.
Legislative Description
Law enforcement; peace officers; disciplinary action for officers present during use of excessive force; require. Creates new act.
Law enforcement: peace officers
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Judiciary And Public Safety
6/25/2020