The bill amends the existing law regarding the use and disclosure of statements made by law enforcement officers, specifically focusing on the definition of "involuntary statement." An involuntary statement is defined as information provided by a law enforcement officer that is compelled under the threat of dismissal or other employment sanctions by their employing law enforcement agency. The bill also clarifies the definitions of "law enforcement agency" and "law enforcement officer," expanding the latter to include emergency dispatch workers and introducing the term "qualified authority," which is defined in relation to existing law.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision stating that it will not take effect unless certain other legislative measures are enacted into law. This ensures that the amendments are contingent upon the passage of related bills, thereby linking the changes to broader legislative efforts.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 15.391
As Passed by the House: 15.391