Legislature OKs bill to improve mental health records in gun background check system
SB158 would require reporting of involuntary commitment orders for inpatient and outpatient care to ALEA.
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A mother’s fear for her son may lead to more police training for “invisible disabilities”
A study published in 2016 found that more than half of people killed by police have a disability.
Body cam bill heads to Senate
The bill makes it clear agencies can turn over footage to the subject of the recording or their representatives.
Senate passes bill to train police on neurological disorders
The bill, sponsored by Rep. Leigh Hulsey, R-Helena, is now headed to Gov. Kay Ivey's desk.
May 29, 2023
House passes bill to train police to deal with “invisible disabilities”
The bill is named after Hulsey's son, Noah "Cade" Hulsey, who is on the autism spectrum.
Gov. Ivey awards grant for law enforcement training statewide
The grants come from funds made available to the state by the U.S. Department of Justice.
April 17, 2023
Former Citronelle police chief indictment alleges use of excessive force
According to the indictment, Norris kneed a man multiple times in the abdomen, causing him injury.
Governor awards grant to bolster public safety in Birmingham
The grants are designed to help police and community organizations reduce crime.
August 31, 2022
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Governor Ivey awards grants to equip more law enforcement agencies
Governor Ivey awarded the grants from funds supplied to the state through the U.S. Department of Justice.
March 23, 2022