Bill
SB 6181
Overview: SB 6181, Concerning law enforcement officer definition.Status: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.Introduced: January 11, 2024Purpose and
Overview: SB 6181, Concerning law enforcement officer definition.
Status: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.
Introduced: January 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to redefine the term "law enforcement officer" to include additional categories of public safety personnel, such as corrections officers, parole officers, and certain civilian employees of law enforcement agencies.
Key Provisions:
- Expands the definition of "law enforcement officer" to include:
- Corrections officers and community corrections officers
- Parole officers and community corrections officers
- Certain civilian employees of law enforcement agencies who perform law enforcement functions
- Ensures these expanded categories of personnel receive the same legal protections and benefits as traditional law enforcement officers.
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Corrections officers, parole officers, and relevant civilian employees of law enforcement agencies
- Individuals who interact with these expanded categories of public safety personnel
- Law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system as a whole
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been returned to the Senate Rules Committee for further consideration and a potential third reading.
- If passed by the legislature, the bill would take effect upon the governor's signature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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