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MS HB883
Bill
Status
3/2/2021
Primary Sponsor
Rickey Thompson
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state and local agencies from establishing arrest quotas for peace officers or parking enforcement employees related to traffic violations
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Defines "arrest quota" as any requirement regarding the number of arrests made or citations issued, including comparative requirements between officers
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Bans using the number of arrests or citations as the sole criterion for promotion, demotion, dismissal, or earning any employment benefit
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Allows arrests and citations to be considered only as part of overall performance evaluations alongside other criteria such as attendance, complaints, commendations, training, and professional judgment
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Effective date of July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
Traffic ticket quotas; prohibit state and local agencies from establishing.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/2/2021