Cost of Police Misconduct Act of 2023

Bill 118 s 2883, also known as the Cost of Police Misconduct Act of 2023, aims to address the financial burden that police misconduct places on taxpayers. The bill seeks to hold law enforcement agencies accountable for the costs associated with settlements and judgments in cases of police misconduct.

Under this legislation, law enforcement agencies would be required to report any settlements or judgments related to police misconduct to the Department of Justice. The DOJ would then create a database to track these costs and make the information publicly available.

Additionally, the bill would establish a grant program to provide funding to law enforcement agencies for training and resources aimed at preventing misconduct. This program would prioritize agencies that have a history of high settlement costs related to misconduct. Overall, the Cost of Police Misconduct Act of 2023 aims to increase transparency and accountability within law enforcement agencies, while also providing support for efforts to prevent misconduct from occurring in the first place.