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Iowa Senate Bill SF2200

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2200

Introduced
2/1/24  
Introduced
2/1/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement.(See SF 2338.)

Impact

The bill has significant implications for the legal framework surrounding police accountability and the judicial process. By allowing officers to contest their placement on the Brady-Giglio list, SF2200 intends to enhance the due process rights of police officers. The district court is provided jurisdiction to review prosecutorial decisions, thereby adding a layer of oversight on prosecutorial discretion. This could lead to more intensive scrutiny regarding how law enforcement personnel are evaluated and categorized within the criminal justice system.

Summary

Senate File 2200 (SF2200) addresses the rights of police officers concerning their placement on a Brady-Giglio list, which is a list that discloses officers who may be unreliable witnesses due to credibility issues. The bill grants officers the right to petition the district court regarding decisions made by prosecuting agencies to place them on this list or to refuse prosecution in cases involving those officers. It establishes a framework for judicial review of these decisions, providing a means for officers to contest placements that may impact their careers and reputations.

Contention

However, the bill may stir debate around issues of police accountability. Proponents might argue that the bill ensures fairness for police officers, allowing them to defend their credibility and career prospects. Conversely, critics might express concerns that providing such rights to officers may hinder transparency and accountability within police departments. The balance between protecting the rights of police officers and maintaining public trust in law enforcement will likely be a point of contention as discussions around the bill continue.

Companion Bills

IA HF2295

Similar To A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement.(See HF 2592.)

IA SF2338

Similar To A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement.(Formerly SF 2200.)

IA HF2592

Similar To A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement. (Formerly HF 2295.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

Previously Filed As

IA SF2338

A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement.(Formerly SF 2200.)

IA HF2295

A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement.(See HF 2592.)

IA HF2592

A bill for an act relating to the placement of a police officer on a Brady-Giglio list, including the right of a police officer to petition the court and the standard of proof required for actions regarding such placement. (Formerly HF 2295.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA HSB188

A bill for an act relating to the rights of peace officers and public safety and emergency personnel, Brady-Giglio list policy, and confidential information, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 631.)

IA SB1281

Law enforcement officers; directing adoption of certain policies related to Brady-Giglio lists. Effective date.

IA HF631

A bill for an act relating to the rights of peace officers and public safety and emergency personnel, Brady-Giglio list policy, and confidential information, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HSB 188.) Effective date: 06/01/2023.

IA HSB201

A bill for an act relating to administrative investigations under the peace officer, public safety, and emergency personnel bill of rights, civil service disciplinary hearings and appeals, and communications in professional confidence, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 921.)

IA HF921

A bill for an act relating to administrative investigations under the peace officer, public safety, and emergency personnel bill of rights, civil service disciplinary hearings and appeals, and communications in professional confidence, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 201.)

IA SF362

A bill for an act relating to administrative investigations under the peace officer, public safety, and emergency personnel bill of rights, civil service disciplinary hearings and appeals, and communications in professional confidence, and including effective date provisions.

IA HB2223

Law enforcement officers; directing prosecuting agencies that maintain Brady-Giglio lists to adopt certain policies; codification; effective date.

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