Establishes an independent prosecutor within the governor's office to investigate and prosecute use of deadly force cases.
The bill establishes the Office of Independent Investigations and Prosecutions within the governor's office. It authorizes the office to investigate and prosecute cases involving the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers. The office has concurrent authority with county prosecuting attorneys. It can investigate incidents occurring after July 1, 2022, and review prior investigations if new evidence emerges. The office must prioritize investigations based on resources and criteria developed with an advisory board.
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