HF73
Peace officers excluded from discipline for inclusion on Brady-Giglio lists, task force to examine lists established, and report required.
False House Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)Past session
AI Generated Summary
The bill involves public safety and aims to protect peace officers from being disciplined solely for being included on a Brady-Giglio list. This list typically includes officers who may not have disclosed all potential evidence in a case, which could be used to impeach their credibility. Specifically, the bill proposes that officers cannot be fired, disciplined, or threatened with such actions for either not identifying or sharing exculpatory evidence in prosecutions or because they are on this list.
Additionally, the bill establishes a task force led by the Commissioner of Public Safety to review how peace officers are included on Brady-Giglio lists and how these lists are used. The task force will consist of various stakeholders from legal and law enforcement communities, including representatives from attorney associations and sheriff/police organizations. This group will meet regularly, examine related issues, and make recommendations on procedures, due process protections, and possible regulations for the lists.
The task force will have to report its findings and recommendations to relevant legislative committees by December 1, 2025. The task force will dissolve after submitting its report.
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