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Police groups and prosecutors debate due process for officers on 'Brady' lists in committee hearing
Summary
Senate Bill 15 73, which would create a process for peace officers to challenge unsubstantiated allegations that affect their credibility in criminal cases, prompted wide testimony from police groups and prosecutors.
Senate Bill 15 73, which would create a process for peace officers to challenge unsubstantiated allegations that prosecutors sometimes disclose to defense counsel, prompted a detailed exchange Tuesday between law‑enforcement groups, prosecutors and committee members.
Sponsor Senator Brian Birdwell told the committee the bill would create a formal route for officers to petition a district court to contest allegations used to label them as not credible for courtroom testimony. "SB 15 73 creates a formal process for officers to challenge misconduct reports or determinations that they are not…
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