Florida's new law places civilian review boards under law enforcement control, dissolving or suspending at least 15 boards.
A new Florida law that took effect in July has led to the dissolution or suspension of at least 15 civilian review boards overseeing law enforcement misconduct. The law now mandates that only law enforcement agencies can investigate misconduct, placing civilian oversight panels under police chiefs and sheriffs, with at least one panel member required to be a retired officer. Critics argue this undermines transparency and could harm community-police relations, while supporters say it ensures consistency in investigations.
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