Public Meeting

June 23, 2021 Meeting Summary: Discussion of proposed guidance pursuant to Section 119: “Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, not later than June 30, 2021, the
Massachusetts peace officer standards and training commission established in section 2 of chapter 6E shall issue guidance on developmentally appropriate de-escalation and disengagement tactics, techniques and procedures and other alternatives to the use of force for minor children that may take into account contextual factors including, but not limited to, the person’s age, disability status,
developmental status, mental health, linguistic limitations or other mental or physical condition.”

Public Meeting Agenda (PDF)

Public Meeting Minutes (PDF)