Texas SB1573 limits the use of unsubstantiated misconduct allegations against peace officers in criminal proceedings.
Texas SB1573 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to restrict the use of unsubstantiated misconduct allegations against peace officers who are or will be witnesses in criminal cases. Law enforcement agencies cannot disclose misconduct information to state attorneys unless the misconduct has been finally adjudicated as sustained. Attorneys representing the state cannot consider unsustained allegations when evaluating a peace officer's credibility. If an allegation is under appeal, it is not considered finally adjudicated.
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