Baker-Polito Administration Files Bill to Implement Police Officer Certification System
June 18, 2020
June 18, 2020
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 18 -- Gov. Charlie Baker, R-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
The Baker-Polito Administration filed legislation to create a framework for certifying Massachusetts law enforcement officers, provide accountability, ensure that police departments in and outside Massachusetts have access to candidates' training and disciplinary records, and provide incentives for officers to pursue advanced training to better serve their communities.
The Baker-Polito Administration filed legislation to create a framework for certifying Massachusetts law enforcement officers, provide accountability, ensure that police departments in and outside Massachusetts have access to candidates' training and disciplinary records, and provide incentives for officers to pursue advanced training to better serve their communities.