Criminal Justice across the country

introduced · Ohio · House Jul 13, 2026

HB 975: Allow officer to petition for removal from a Brady-Giglio list

To amend section 149.43 and to enact section 2901.51 of the Revised Code to allow a law enforcement officer to petition the court to remove the officer's name from a prosecutor's Brady-Giglio list.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allows officers to petition for removal from Brady-Giglio lists, enhancing police accountability and protecting civil rights by enabling correction of potentially erroneous exclusions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement

Sponsors Phil Plummer (R) , Cindy Abrams (R)

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11641: Restricts certain correctional security employees from high-risk assignments following disciplinary action or during a disciplinary evaluation period

Restricts certain correctional security employees from high-risk assignments following disciplinary action or during a disciplinary evaluation period; provides for restoration of eligibility following completion of a disciplinary evaluation period or other period of assignment restriction; directs the department to notify restricted employees; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances safety and accountability within corrections by restricting high-risk assignments for employees with disciplinary issues, aligning with improved oversight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate Jul 17, 2026

S 10664: Relates to establishing a purple alert program to assist in the location and safe recovery of missing vulnerable persons

Directs the division of state police to establish and administer a purple alert program to assist in the location and safe recovery of missing vulnerable persons.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a program to locate and recover missing vulnerable persons, enhancing public safety and law enforcement capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

Sponsor Pat Fahy (D) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11642: Prohibits unlawful seizure of ballots

This bill creates a new crime for taking possession of ballots that eligible voters have already marked and submitted through legal means. It specifically makes it a class E felony for anyone to seize, confiscate, remove, or otherwise take control of these valid ballots. The law includes exceptions for election officials working with proper approval and law enforcement officers acting under a valid court order. By defining these actions as a felony, the legislation aims to protect the integrity of the voting process from unauthorized interference.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates a felony to protect ballot integrity and prevent unlawful seizure by unauthorized persons, enhancing election security and justice.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy Law Enforcement Tags Elections

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in committee · New York · Senate Jul 27, 2026

S 10670: Enacts Joycelynn's Law

Joycelynn's Law creates two new criminal offenses to address severe cases of child endangerment by parents or guardians. The first offense, aggravated endangering the welfare of a child, applies when an adult with criminal negligence causes serious harm or significant risk to a minor under seventeen, such as through failure to provide basic needs or excessive punishment. The second offense, aggravated endangering the welfare of a child resulting in death, is charged when the initial negligent act leads to the death of the child. Both charges are classified as felonies, with the death-related charge being the most severe, and the law clarifies that these new charges do not prevent prosecutors from using other existing charges if the circumstances warrant them.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal offenses for child endangerment, strengthening the legal framework to protect minors and enhance accountability.90% confidence

Sponsor Jim Tedisco (R) · 5 co-sponsors

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11614: Establishes the New York state take me home program within the division of criminal justice services

Establishes the New York state take me home program within the division of criminal justice services; directs the division of criminal justice services to create a secure, voluntary statewide emergency information registry to allow participants to provide information, before an emergency occurs, about individuals who may be at increased risk of wandering, becoming lost or having difficulty communicating during an emergency to assist first responders to locate and assist such individuals in the case of an emergency.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a program to assist vulnerable individuals during emergencies, enhancing public safety and community protection within the criminal justice framework.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11631: Relates to establishing a purple alert program to assist in the location and safe recovery of missing vulnerable persons

Directs the division of state police to establish and administer a purple alert program to assist in the location and safe recovery of missing vulnerable persons.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a program to locate and recover missing vulnerable persons, enhancing public safety and law enforcement capabilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6192: Financial institutions: mortgage brokers and lenders; consolidation of certain licensing statutes related to residential mortgages; make conforming changes in the debt management act. Amends sec. 8a of 1975 PA 148 (MCL 451.418a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6177'26

HB 6192 amends Michigan's Debt Management Act to strengthen the state director's authority to investigate and punish mortgage brokers and lenders who engage in fraud. The bill allows the director to issue immediate suspensions or permanent prohibitions against individuals found guilty of fraud, dishonesty, or felony convictions involving financial misconduct. It establishes a formal process where accused individuals receive written notice, have the right to a hearing within 60 days, and can apply to have an order lifted after five years. Additionally, the law clarifies that violating a final prohibition order is a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail or a fine of $5,000. This legislation is tied to another bill, HB 6177, and will only become effective if that companion bill is also passed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens oversight and enforcement against financial fraud, protecting victims and enhancing accountability within the justice system.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens fraud enforcement for mortgage brokers, protecting consumers and promoting housing market integrity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Mortgages

Sponsor Steve Frisbie (R) · 3 co-sponsors

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6199: Financial institutions: mortgage brokers and lenders; consolidation of certain licensing statutes related to residential mortgages; make conforming changes in the Michigan penal code. Amends secs. 219e & 219f of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.219e & 750.219f). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6177'26

HB 6199 amends Michigan's penal code to strengthen laws against mortgage fraud by clarifying the criminal penalties for individuals who prepare or submit loan applications in someone else's name without their authorization. The bill explicitly prohibits receiving or forwarding such fraudulent applications or related financial instruments when the person knows or should know they are illegal. While the penalties for non-exempt individuals remain severe, including up to four years in prison or a fine of up to $2,500, the legislation provides specific exemptions for licensed financial institutions and their employees who handle these documents in good faith, such as when submitting them to law enforcement or credit bureaus. This update aims to align the state's fraud statutes with current mortgage industry practices and regulatory frameworks.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens laws against mortgage fraud by clarifying criminal penalties and prohibiting fraudulent activities, directly advancing criminal justice enforcement.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement

Sponsor Parker Fairbairn (R) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6157: Civil rights: public records; regulation of disclosure of certain information; provide for. Creates new act.

This bill, known as the Shielding Information for Lawful and Ethical Disclosure Act, prevents Michigan government agencies from sharing large amounts of personal data with federal immigration officials without specific authorization. It defines "bulk disclosure" as transferring data on multiple people without reviewing each case individually and allows such sharing only if a court order exists, the transfer serves a specific law enforcement purpose, or it is immediately necessary to protect health and safety. The law applies to all state, county, and municipal departments and officers, while giving the state attorney general the power to seek court orders to stop illegal data sharing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by limiting bulk data sharing with immigration officials, enhancing privacy and oversight.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts bulk data sharing with federal immigration, protecting immigrant privacy and limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects data privacy by restricting bulk disclosure of personal information to federal immigration officials without court orders.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Courts Law Enforcement Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Data Privacy Tags Government Transparency

Sponsor Reggie Miller (D) · 7 co-sponsors

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