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PS 634

Para crear la Ley “Respuesta Rápida a Violaciones de Órdenes de Protección”, mejor conocida como la “Ley Código Violeta” a los fines de desarrollar un sistema electrónico que emita alertas automáticas al teléfono celular de la persona protegida por una orden del tribunal y al cuartel de la Policía de Puerto Rico más cercano, con el propósito de reforzar la protección y la respuesta inmediata; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico proposes an automated alert system notifying protected persons and police of protection order violations to enable faster law enforcement response to domestic violence situations.

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Bill Summary · PS 634

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 634 proposes creating the "Ley Código Violeta" (Purple Code Law), which would establish an electronic alert system that automatically notifies people protected by court protection orders and the nearest Puerto Rico Police precinct when violations occur. The system aims to enable faster police response and enhanced protection for vulnerable individuals subject to restraining orders or similar court protections.

Why is this important

Domestic violence and harassment cases often involve repeat offenders who violate protection orders, sometimes with dangerous consequences. An automated alert system could reduce response times and potentially prevent escalation to serious harm. This addresses a real public safety gap in enforcement of existing court protections across Puerto Rico's jurisdiction.

Potential points of contention

  • Technology reliability and false alerts: Electronic monitoring systems can malfunction or generate false positives, potentially overwhelming police resources or causing unnecessary panic for protected persons
  • Privacy and data security concerns: Collecting and transmitting real-time location/alert data raises questions about data protection, who accesses the information, and potential misuse of sensitive personal information
  • Implementation costs and equity: Significant funding would be needed for infrastructure; questions arise about whether all residents can access smartphones or afford service plans required for the system to function
  • Scope of violations: Unclear what constitutes a "violation" triggering alerts—does any contact count, or only specific threatening behavior?—and whether the system addresses cases where abusers don't have electronic monitoring devices

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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