This bill mandates the creation of an online portal by the Attorney General for law enforcement officers to report misconduct by their peers. It specifies that officers are required to report certain actions, including unjustifiable use of force, deprivation of civil rights, or any other criminal offenses observed in fellow officers, within 72 hours. Additionally, officers can report violations of policies or regulations that do not constitute criminal offenses.
The bill emphasizes the importance of anonymity in reporting, allowing submissions to be made without revealing the identity of the reporting officer. In such cases, the portal will generate a unique identifier to protect the officer's personal information. This initiative aims to enhance accountability and transparency within law enforcement agencies in New Jersey.