An act relating to criminal justice agency protocols for an officer-involved shooting

This bill requires the Attorney General's Office, the Department of State's Attorneys and Sheriffs, the Department of Public Safety, and the Vermont Association of Chiefs of Police to create a clear protocol for investigating shootings involving law enforcement officers. The protocol will define what an officer-involved shooting is, how to handle conflicts of interest, and the steps for investigation and charging decisions, aiming for timely and trustworthy investigations. These agencies must submit their proposed protocol and any necessary legislative changes by December 1, 2026.

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