An Act To Require Law Enforcement Agencies To Adopt Written Policies Regarding Compliance With Certain Constitutional Obligations Related To Disclosure Of Evidence

LD 1607 requires Maine law enforcement agencies to create written policies by January 1, 2026, regarding procedures for assisting prosecutors in meeting constitutional disclosure obligations under *Brady v. Maryland* (1963) and *Giglio v. United States* (1972). These policies must cover handling exculpatory evidence and witness impeachment information, as well as mandatory disclosures to the Maine Criminal Justice Academy. The bill directly affects all Maine law enforcement agencies, mandating formal written procedures instead of informal practices. It focuses on procedural compliance with established legal standards, not on changing substantive law. The bill does not specify penalties for non-compliance but sets a clear deadline for policy adoption.