POST Commission Advances Disciplinary Records Validation, Approves Database Publication Categories, and Adopts Regulations
Executive Director Enrique Zuniga updated the Commission on disciplinary records efforts, reporting that POST sent letters to Chiefs requesting validation and updates of sustained historical disciplinary records using a new submission template and clear instructions. POST plans to clarify the complaint resolution process and reporting timelines at the March meeting. After quality assurance, POST aims to publish disciplinary records in summer 2023 and launch a complaint submission portal in the fall.
The Commission approved publishing certain non-certified individuals’ records, including those who failed MPTC training or had disciplinary matters, while declining to publish records for those retired or resigned in good standing.
The Commission reviewed and approved revisions to regulations on Databases and Dissemination of Information (555 CMR 8.00) and Regulatory Action and Advisory Opinions (555 CMR 11.00).
The meeting concluded with the Commission voting to approve the FY24 budget request of $9.1 million.
