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PC 533

Para enmendar el Artículo 2.20 de la Ley 20- 2017, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley del Departamento de Seguridad Pública de Puerto Rico”; a los fines de establecer términos para el trámite de una querella administrativa contra un policía; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Bill PC 533 establishes procedural timelines for administrative complaints against Puerto Rico police officers to clarify accountability processes, but was withdrawn in October 2025.

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Bill Summary · PC 533

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 533 proposes amendments to Article 2.20 of Law 20-2017 (Puerto Rico's Public Security Department Law) to establish specific procedural timelines and requirements for filing administrative complaints against police officers. The bill was introduced in April 2025 but was withdrawn by its author in October 2025.

Why is this important

Administrative complaint procedures against law enforcement directly affect accountability mechanisms and officers' rights to due process. Clear timelines and procedures can either expedite legitimate complaints or provide protection against frivolous allegations, making this a critical governance issue for police oversight and institutional legitimacy.

Potential points of contention

  • Balance between accountability and officer protection: Establishing timelines could either facilitate faster justice for complainants or provide escape routes for legitimate complaints if deadlines are too restrictive
  • Burden on administrative system: New procedural requirements may require additional resources and staffing within the Department of Public Security to handle complaint processing
  • Definition of complaint scope: The bill's specificity regarding what complaints qualify under these procedures could create disputes about which allegations fall within administrative versus criminal jurisdiction

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

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