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A 6224

Relates to the use of injurious physical force by public servants

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Vivian Cook and 5 co-sponsors

Establishes rules for injurious force by public servants, defines terms, limits use, and requires reporting, investigations, training, and accountability for agencies and people.

REFERRED TO CODES
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Bill Summary · A 6224

Summary: Assembly Bill A 6224 — Relates to the use of injurious physical force by public servants

Overview

A 6224 is an Assembly bill introduced on February 27, 2025 and currently referred to the Codes Committee. Its title indicates a focus on the use of injurious physical force by public servants. The bill has multiple cosponsors and originated with Tony Simone as the primary sponsor, with Crystal Peoples-Stokes, Jo Anne Simon, Jonathan Rivera, Vivian Cook, and Clyde Vanel as cosponsors. Related prior-session bills include A 6040, A 10582, A 125, and A 5658.

What the bill would do (based on its title)

The bill’s stated aim—“Relates to the use of injurious physical force by public servants”—suggests establishing rules, definitions, and accountability mechanisms governing when and how public servants may use physical force, and defining what constitutes “injurious” force. While the exact text is not provided here, typical provisions in such bills often address:
- Definitions: Clarifying terms such as “injurious physical force,” “public servant,” and related protective standards.
- Prohibitions and standards: Establishing circumstances under which injurious force is prohibited or restricted, and clarifying lawful use of force as a defense or exception.
- Reporting and investigation: Requiring reporting of force incidents, investigations by appropriate agencies, and timelines for findings.
- Exemptions and defenses: Outlining exceptions (e.g., self-defense, defense of others) and how they interact with the statute.
- Oversight and accountability: Potentially creating or enhancing oversight, such as internal affairs reviews, discipline, or civil remedies.
- Training and policy: Requiring training standards for public servants and updated departmental policies on use of force.
- Data collection: Mandating data collection or public reporting related to use-of-force incidents.

Who would be affected

  • Public servants who exercise or may be authorized to use force (e.g., law enforcement, corrections, and other front-line public safety personnel).
  • Agencies employing such public servants, which would need to adjust policies, training, reporting, and investigative processes.
  • Individuals who interact with public servants, including arrestees, detainees, and others subject to force, with potential impacts on accountability and remedies.

Key procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Referred to Codes (February 27, 2025). The bill has been recorded as having a referral on that date.
  • Next steps (typical for Assembly bills): The Codes Committee would review the measure, possibly hold a hearing, consider amendments, and vote to advance to the Floor of the Assembly. If advanced, it would proceed through the legislative process toward passage and potential passage by the Senate and action by the Governor. Specific dates and actions will depend on committee and floor activity.

Additional context

  • The bill’s sponsor and cosponsors indicate bipartisan or cross-party support among Assembly members.
  • Related bills from prior sessions (A 6040, A 10582, A 125, A 5658) suggest ongoing legislative interest in use-of-force standards and accountability.

How to follow

For the latest information, monitor the Assembly’s bill tracking page for A 6224, updates from the Codes Committee, and any amendments or floor actions.

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

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