The bill amends Section 36-21-40 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to clarify that probation and parole officers are classified as law enforcement officers. This change is part of a broader effort to ensure that the definitions within the law are consistent with existing legal standards. The amendments include the insertion of terms such as "Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency" and "Board of Pardons and Paroles," while also making nonsubstantive changes to improve clarity and coherence in the language of the law.

Additionally, the bill removes outdated terminology, such as "state Department of Public Safety," and replaces it with more current references. The term "law enforcement officer" is expanded to explicitly include probation and parole officers, thereby formalizing their status within the law enforcement community. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-21-40
Enrolled: 36-21-40