Texas SB280 establishes civilian complaint review boards in municipalities with populations over 200,000 to investigate peace officer misconduct.

Texas SB280 amends the Local Government Code to create municipal civilian complaint review boards in municipalities with populations over 200,000. These boards investigate complaints alleging peace officer misconduct, including excessive use of force and unlawful acts. The boards consist of five public members appointed by various municipal officials. The municipal attorney investigates complaints, with the board or a panel determining the outcome. The boards can recommend disciplinary actions, and if not followed by employers, the cases are forwarded to appropriate legal authorities.

Texas SB280 establishes civilian complaint review boards in municipalities with populations over 200,000 to investigate peace officer misconduct.

Texas SB280 amends the Local Government Code to create municipal civilian complaint review boards in municipalities with populations over 200,000. These boards investigate complaints alleging peace officer misconduct, including excessive use of force and unlawful acts. The boards consist of five public members appointed by various municipal officials. The municipal attorney investigates complaints, with the board or a panel determining the outcome. The boards can recommend disciplinary actions, and if not followed by employers, the cases are forwarded to appropriate legal authorities.