The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section.
IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER. A spouse and dependent children.
LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY. A governmental police force, sheriff's office, or law enforcement organization of the state, a county, or a municipal corporation that by statute, ordinance, or common law is authorized to enforce the general criminal laws of the state.
POLICE MISCONDUCT. A pattern, practice, or conduct by a police officer or law enforcement agency that includes:
(1) Depriving persons of rights protected by the Constitution or laws of the state or the United States;
(2) A violation of a criminal statute; or
(3) A violation of law enforcement agency standards and policies.
POLICE OFFICER. "Police Officer" has the meaning set forth in § 3-201 of the Public Safety Article of the State Code.
(Bill No. 22-09, 4-26-2022)