LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORDS CHANGES

HB 283 requires anyone requesting law enforcement records to certify they won’t use the records to contact victims of crimes or accidents. It defines "commercial purpose" (including selling or profiting from records) and exempts news media, legal proceedings, and public information outlets from commercial fees. Public bodies must provide fee estimates for commercial requests and allow 15 days to fix violations before enforcement actions can proceed, with all enforcement limited to two years after a violation notice. The bill directly affects researchers, data brokers, and others seeking law enforcement records, while protecting victims from unsolicited contact.