Senate Bill 1210, also known as House Bill 1254, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38, Chapter 8, by introducing a new requirement for state and local law enforcement officers regarding their placement on a Brady list. The bill mandates that before an officer can be placed on this list, they must receive written notice from a governmental entity or official detailing the allegations that warrant their inclusion. Furthermore, the officer must be granted a minimum of ten business days to respond to these allegations prior to the final decision on their placement on the list.
This legislation aims to enhance the rights of law enforcement officers by ensuring they are informed of the reasons for their potential placement on the Brady list and are afforded an opportunity to defend themselves against the allegations. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of protecting the rights of officers in the context of their professional conduct.