The bill amends K.S.A. 22-4610 to require all law enforcement agencies in Kansas to adopt detailed written policies aimed at preventing racial or other biased-based policing. These policies must include a definition of biased-based policing, as well as provisions for annual training, community advisory boards, and procedures for filing complaints. The bill also criminalizes violations of these policies, categorizing them as a class A nonperson misdemeanor if they result in an investigation revealing direct violations of the agency's policies. Additionally, law enforcement agencies are mandated to compile and submit annual reports detailing complaints and actions taken regarding biased-based policing.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 22-4610, thereby replacing it with the new requirements outlined in the legislation. The new policies must be implemented within one year of the bill's effective date, and the annual reports generated by law enforcement agencies will be public records, ensuring transparency and accountability in addressing issues of racial or other biased-based policing.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 22-4610