The bill prohibits law enforcement officers and agencies in Kansas from engaging in motorcycle profiling, defined as making decisions to stop, question, or search individuals based solely on their motorcycle use or related attire. Individuals who believe they have been subjected to motorcycle profiling can file complaints with the attorney general, who will investigate and mandate additional training for the offending officer or agency. Alternatively, they can pursue legal action in district court for damages and attorney fees. Additionally, all law enforcement agencies are required to adopt written policies against motorcycle profiling and ensure their officers undergo annual training to mitigate such practices.

Furthermore, the bill amends K.S.A. 74-5604a to include mandatory training on motorcycle profiling as part of law enforcement training programs. The director of police training is tasked with establishing a course that includes information on motorcycle profiling and procedures for responding to related allegations. The previous version of K.S.A. 74-5604a is repealed, and the new provisions will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 74-5604a