The bill prohibits a peace officer from intentionally using a chokehold against another person. The bill makes a violation a class 1 misdemeanor. The bill makes an exception if the officer believes his or her life is in danger or that he or she or another person is in imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury.

Year

2016

Current status

  • Governor Signed (06/10/2016)

Sponsors

J. Melton / M. Johnston

Bill number

HB16-1264

Position

Support