This bill aims to enhance public safety by promoting evidence-based interview practices within law enforcement. It emphasizes the importance of rapport-based, noncoercive interview techniques over deceptive tactics, which are shown to yield more accurate and reliable information from suspects and witnesses. The legislation outlines the need for training programs that will educate law enforcement personnel on these effective interviewing methods, thereby fostering public trust and cooperation, while also preserving the integrity of the investigative process.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a presumption of inadmissibility for statements obtained through deception during interrogations, effective from December 31, 2026. The prosecution can only overcome this presumption by demonstrating that the statement was voluntary and not influenced by deception. Additionally, the bill mandates the development and implementation of training programs for law enforcement on evidence-based interrogation techniques, which must be made available at no cost to all personnel and agencies in the state by July 1, 2026.