The bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Occupations Code to prohibit peace officers from using neck restraints, such as choke holds or carotid artery holds, during searches or arrests, with specific exceptions. The new provisions state that such restraints may only be used if necessary to prevent serious bodily injury or death to the officer or another person, and the restraint must be discontinued as soon as the threat has passed. Additionally, the bill mandates that peace officer training courses include instruction on this prohibition and the duty of officers to intervene if they witness excessive force being used by another officer.

Furthermore, the bill updates the model training curriculum and policies to reflect these prohibitions and duties, ensuring that peace officers are adequately trained to handle situations involving the use of force and the care of injured individuals. The changes aim to enhance accountability and safety in law enforcement practices. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 1701.2551, Occupations Code 1701.269 (Occupations Code 1701)