Government
Jan. 8, 2020
SB 230: Requires police agencies to update force policies and training
Senate Bill 230, authored by Senator Anna Caballero and supported by law enforcement groups, imposes policy and training requirements for police agencies effective Jan. 1, 2021.
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Senate Bill 230, authored by Senator Anna Caballero and supported by law enforcement groups, imposes policy and training requirements for police agencies effective Jan. 1, 2021.
Police use of force policies must incorporate 20 specific items, including a "requirement that officers utilize de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention tactics, and other alternatives to force when feasible." De-escalation techniques are designed to mi...
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