Indiana SB0284 establishes civilian oversight boards for law enforcement agencies, limiting their authority to advisory roles.

Indiana SB0284 amends the Indiana Code to regulate civilian oversight boards for law enforcement agencies. These boards, commissions, or entities, excluding merit boards, can only operate in an advisory capacity and lack binding authority over law enforcement agencies. The law reconciles conflicts between statutes enacted by the 2025 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Effective July 1, 2026, this legislation aims to clarify the role of civilian oversight in local government.

Indiana SB0284 establishes civilian oversight boards for law enforcement agencies, limiting their authority to advisory roles.

Indiana SB0284 amends the Indiana Code to regulate civilian oversight boards for law enforcement agencies. These boards, commissions, or entities, excluding merit boards, can only operate in an advisory capacity and lack binding authority over law enforcement agencies. The law reconciles conflicts between statutes enacted by the 2025 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Effective July 1, 2026, this legislation aims to clarify the role of civilian oversight in local government.