Illinois HB1817 mandates biannual in-service training for law enforcement officers, including de-escalation techniques and use of force policies.

Illinois HB1817 amends the Illinois Police Training Act to require law enforcement officers to complete at least 30 hours of in-service training every two years. This training must include 12 hours of hands-on role-playing, 6 hours on use of force techniques with a focus on de-escalation, 6 hours on high-risk traffic stops, and training on officer safety techniques. Additionally, officers must receive instruction on the law concerning stops, searches, and the use of force under the Fourth Amendment. The changes made by this bill take effect July 1, 2022.

Illinois HB1817 mandates biannual in-service training for law enforcement officers, including de-escalation techniques and use of force policies.

Illinois HB1817 amends the Illinois Police Training Act to require law enforcement officers to complete at least 30 hours of in-service training every two years. This training must include 12 hours of hands-on role-playing, 6 hours on use of force techniques with a focus on de-escalation, 6 hours on high-risk traffic stops, and training on officer safety techniques. Additionally, officers must receive instruction on the law concerning stops, searches, and the use of force under the Fourth Amendment. The changes made by this bill take effect July 1, 2022.