The bill amends Section 14-3-9 of the Code of Alabama 1975, primarily to rename the "Investigation and Intelligence Division" to the "Law Enforcement Services Division." It also introduces a new classification of "correctional canine classifications" as law enforcement officers of the state, alongside existing correctional investigative services officers. The bill mandates that all employees of the Department of Corrections report any violations related to prisons and correctional facilities to the newly named division, and it clarifies the investigative powers of correctional officers, granting them full police powers similar to other state police officers.

Additionally, the bill makes several technical revisions to update the language of the existing law, including the requirement for correctional officers to display a badge when making arrests. It removes previous limitations on the powers of correctional investigative services officers, allowing them to investigate and enforce laws related to a broader range of individuals associated with the Department of Corrections. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 14-3-9
Enrolled: 14-3-9