The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding the rights of law enforcement officers during administrative investigations. Specifically, it would require employers to provide relevant materials to the officer at least 24 hours before an interview, with certain exceptions. These exceptions include situations where the officer waives the requirement, the employer determines an earlier interview is necessary to protect the integrity of the officer's statement, or if circumstances require the interview to occur within 24 hours after a major incident. The bill also clarifies that the materials provided can be in various formats, including written, audio, or video.

Additionally, the bill makes several technical changes to the existing language, such as replacing references to "the law enforcement officer" with "law enforcement" for clarity. It also removes the prohibition on employers compelling officers to disclose communications with their representatives and allows officers to record their own interviews. The amendments aim to enhance the procedural rights of law enforcement officers while maintaining the integrity of the investigative process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 38-1104
Senate Engrossed Version: 38-1104
Chaptered Version: 38-1104