Case No. 2026-015
Via Zoom
Presiding Officer: Hon. Barbara A. Dortch-Okara (Ret.)
Respondent’s Counsel: Dillon M. Sullivan, Esq.
Enforcement Counsel: Timothy D. Hartnett, Esq.
Meeting Summary:
The Executive Director acknowledged the recent line-of-duty death of Massachusetts State Police Trooper Kevin Trainor, as well as the recent shooting on Memorial Drive, which are reminders of the hazards inherent in the law enforcement profession. He also acknowledged Peace Officer Memorial Day, which was May 15.
The Executive Director then provided an update on this year’s recertification cycle, provided a reminder of the requirements for individuals working details, and shared that the POST Commission sent a notification to law enforcement agencies about Consular Notification on behalf of the State Department.
The Finance and Administration Division provided a financial and administrative update, including information about the expected FY27 budget and recent promotions and hirings.
Legal Division staff presented the revised Internal Affairs and Officer Complaint Investigation Procedures standard as part of the agency certification initiative. The standard was originally presented in January 2026, and a revised version was presented in March 2026. Staff also shared that the Commission has preliminarily approved seven of the eight statutory agency certification standards, besides the Internal Affairs and Officer Complaint Investigation Procedures standard. Staff shared that the next stage of the agency certification development initiative will focus on compliance.
This proceeding is closed to the public.*
Case No. 2024-034
Presiding Officer: Full Commission
Respondent’s Counsel: Benjamin Megrian, Esq.
Enforcement Counsel: Shaun Martinez, Esq.
* All adjudicatory proceedings conducted under 555 CMR 1.10 shall be public except where the Hearing Officer determines that full or limited closure is necessary to protect privacy interests and will not be contrary to the public interest. See 555 CMR 1.10(4)(a)2.
Case No. 2025-042-P
Via Zoom
Presiding Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.)
Respondent: Ryan Keough, pro se
Enforcement Counsel: Amy C. Parker, Esq.
Case No. 2025-042-P
Via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/96380435857 and in person at the POST Commission Office, 84 State Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02109
Presiding Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.)
Respondent: Ryan Keough, pro se
Enforcement Counsel: Amy C. Parker, Esq.
This proceeding is subject to limited closure to the public. All adjudicatory proceedings conducted under 555 CMR 1.10 shall be public except where the Hearing Officer determines that full or limited closure is necessary to protect privacy interests and will not be contrary to the public interest. See 555 CMR 1.10(4)(a)2. Members of the public may attend open portions in person or view them remotely over Zoom.
There is limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance registration using the Hearing Registration Form is encouraged. Registration does not guarantee a seat in the hearing room.
All in-person attendees must comply with the following Commission policies:
Case No. 2025-042-P
Via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/94940844026 and in person at the POST Commission Office, 84 State Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02109
Presiding Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.)
Respondent: Ryan Keough, pro se
Enforcement Counsel: Amy C. Parker, Esq.
This proceeding is subject to limited closure to the public. All adjudicatory proceedings conducted under 555 CMR 1.10 shall be public except where the Hearing Officer determines that full or limited closure is necessary to protect privacy interests and will not be contrary to the public interest. See 555 CMR 1.10(4)(a)2. Members of the public may attend open portions in person or view them remotely over Zoom.
There is limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance registration using the Hearing Registration Form is encouraged. Registration does not guarantee a seat in the hearing room.
All in-person attendees must comply with the following Commission policies:
The Executive Director provided an update on the officer recertification process for officers whose certifications expire on July 1, 2026. He shared that the POST Commission expects to receive approximately 5,000 recertification applications. The Executive Director also provided an update on the Model Use of Force Policy, including that the Commission intends to ask agencies to confirm that their policies are consistent with the model policy.
The Finance and Administration Division provided a financial and administrative update, including information about the expected FY27 budget and recent promotions, hires, and other staffing changes.
The Legal Division presented proposed regulations, which would be codified as 555 CMR 3.00: Law Enforcement Agencies, Officers, and Functions Subject to Regulation. Legal Division staff also presented the revised Internal Affairs and Officer Complaint Investigation Procedures standard as part of the agency certification initiative. The standard was originally presented in January 2026, and revised versions were presented in March and May 2026. The Commission voted to preliminarily approve the standard. Staff then presented two proposals concerning agency certification requirements related to past compliance with other laws, rules, and regulations.
Case No. 2025-044
Presiding Officer: Full Commission
Respondent: Lakeisha Horsley, pro se
Enforcement Counsel: Keeley C. Rice, Esq.
This proceeding is closed to the public. All adjudicatory proceedings conducted under 555 CMR 1.10 shall be public except where the Hearing Officer determines that full or limited closure is necessary to protect privacy interests and will not be contrary to the public interest. See 555 CMR 1.10(4)(a)2.
Case No. 2026-015
Via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/93715284252
Presiding Officer: Hon. Barbara A. Dortch-Okara (Ret.)
Respondent’s Counsel: Charles E. Dolan, Esq.; Dillon M. Sullivan, Esq.
Enforcement Counsel: Timothy D. Hartnett, Esq.
Remote Participation via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/92828557636
Meeting ID: 928 2855 7636
1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
a) June 18, 2026
3) Executive Director Report – Enrique A. Zuniga
4) Finance and Administrative Update – Eric Rebello-Pradas
a) Fiscal Year 26 Year End Update
b) Administrative Update
c) Diversity Report
5) Legal Update – Randall E. Ravitz, Matthew P. Landry, Gerald H. Cahill, Victor Lobo
a) Proposed Revisions to Regulations 555 CMR 1.00 “Procedural Rules”
b) Autism Awareness and Blue Envelope Legislation
6) Matters not anticipated by the Chair at the time of posting
7) Executive Session in accordance with the following:
• M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(1), to discuss “the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, . . . or individual”;
• M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(5), to discuss the investigation of charges of criminal misconduct;
• M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7), combined with M.G.L. c. 6E, § 8(c)(2), and to the extent they may be applicable, M.G.L. c. 6, §§ 168 and 178, to discuss matters relating to preliminary inquiries and initial staff review concerning whether to initiate such inquiries, and regarding certain criminal record information; and
• M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7), combined with M.G.L. c. 30A, §§ 22(f) and (g), to discuss and approve prior Executive Session minutes.
a) Division of Standards reports of Preliminary Inquiries in the following cases:
i) PI-2025-025
ii) PI-2025-058
iii) PI-2025-045
iv) PI-2025-048
v) PI-2025-051
vi) PI-2025-052
vii) PI-2026-007
b) Division of Standards request to enter voluntary decertification, suspension or disposition agreement in the following cases:
i) PI-2025-060
ii) PI-2025-036
c) Update on the following Preliminary Inquiry Matter:
i) PI-2026-035
d) Division of Standards request for approval to conduct Preliminary Inquiries and/or impose a suspension in the following cases:
i) PI-2026-041
ii) PI-2026-042
iii) PI-2026-043
iv) PI-2026-044
v) PI-2026-045
vi) PI-2026-046
vii) PI-2026-047
e) Application for Voluntary Relinquishment of Certification in the following matter:
i) Eric Wade, formerly of the Canton Police Department
f) Approval of the minutes of the Executive Session of June 18, 2026