FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
Act 56 of 2017, relating to the Professional Regulation of Law Enforcement Officers by the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council, has changed the landscape of law enforcement accountability in Vermont. This document is intended to be a brief reference for agency heads and officers, but in no way is intended to be a comprehensive review of the contents of Act 56; it is the responsibility of agency heads to ensure they’re familiar with the law.
For more information on statute 20 V.S.A. § 2401 click here
Before submitting a complete investigatory package to the VCJC please download and utilize the forms listed below.
Download a copy of the Act 56 Reference guide
The Act became effective July 1, 2018. For more information on statute 20 V.S.A. § 2401 click here
Professional Regulation Subcommittee Procedures
YouTube: PACIF Training for Professional Regulation - recorded video that walks viewers through the Professional Regulation Process
Agencies hiring a law enforcement officer must complete an employment notification form. On the employment notification form agencies must check the box "Before hiring I have contacted prior law enforcement agencies for background information." The statute for this requirement can be found here: (20 V.S.A. § 2362a). A sample waiver form for agencies to utilize can be found here: Written waiver
FOR THE PUBLIC
To submit an Act 56 complaint electronically click here
Professional Regulation Register - Public Register for all complaints received and a separate register for all contested hearing dates and information
YouTube: PACIF Training for Professional Regulation- recorded video that walks viewers through the Professional Regulation Process
Link to Professional Regulation Meetings, Agendas, and Minutes