Enforcement

Proposed Bill Seeks to Protect Law Enforcement at State Universities and Reform Officer Misconduct Investigations

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DES MOINES, Iowa — Law enforcement protections at state universities in Iowa could see significant changes if a newly passed bill becomes law. The bill, known as House Study Bill 738, aims to prevent state universities from implementing policies that restrict police from enforcing local, state, or municipal laws. It also proposes that the attorney general investigate complaints against universities for potential violations. Under the bill, state universities found by civil court to have intentionally discouraged or barred law enforcement from enforcing laws would be denied state funds for the fiscal year in which the … Read more

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Unveils Enhanced “Yellow Book” with New Chapter on Law Enforcement Records

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COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has released the updated 2024 edition of the Sunshine Laws Manual, also known as the “Yellow Book.” This manual serves as a resource for Ohioans to better understand their rights and assists public officials in fulfilling their responsibilities under Ohio’s Public Records and Open Meetings laws. The manual has been revised to ensure its accuracy and relevance in light of the evolving legal landscape. Yost emphasizes the importance of transparency in government, stating that without it, citizens cannot fully participate in their democracy or hold their leaders … Read more

Grand Jury Summons Law Enforcement Agents Probing Uvalde School Shooting Response

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Uvalde, Texas – Law enforcement agents involved in the 2022 Uvalde school mass shooting are being ordered to appear before a grand jury as part of an ongoing investigation into the police response. On May 24, 2022, a gunman entered Robb Elementary School and killed 21 people, including 19 students and two adults. Concerns were raised about the delayed police response, as it took 77 minutes to apprehend the shooter. Now, multiple officers have been subpoenaed to provide in-person testimonies at the Uvalde County Courthouse, according to sources familiar with the matter. The officers from … Read more

New Bill Proposes Extended Use of Drones for Tennessee Law Enforcement

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Knoxville, Tennessee – Law enforcement in Tennessee could have an extended use of drones if a new bill is passed. State Sen. Becky Duncan Massey (R-Knoxville) believes that providing law enforcement with more tools will enhance public safety. House Bill 1620 seeks to maintain the laws passed in 2021 regarding the usage of drones. This bill would allow law enforcement to utilize drones to investigate crime scenes, respond to natural disasters, and assist in emergency situations. However, preemptive use of drones to establish probable cause, issue search warrants, or make arrests would be prohibited. Additionally, … Read more