HB 882, Prohibit Release of Booking Photos

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Bill Sponsor

Rep. Roger Bruce
District 61

This bill prohibits law enforcement agencies from releasing booking photographs to the public or posting the photographs on a public website unless and until the arrested individual is convicted of the crime for which the individual was arrested.  The bill also provides civil remedies against persons and entities who publish such photographs.

Last Updated: 1/10/2024
Subject Area: Open Meetings/Open Record
Resources: bill text
BILL STATUS
2/27/2024 - Passed House Committee, Pending in House Rules

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