Directs the division of criminal justice services to establish a statewide public database covering every local police department, each county sheriff's office, the division of the state police and every agency that employs a peace officer in this state, which shall compile the names of any police or peace officer who has had their employment terminated due to misconduct.

New York Senate Bill S01405, introduced on January 9, 2025, mandates the Division of Criminal Justice Services to create a public database listing the names of police and peace officers statewide who have been terminated due to misconduct. This includes officers from local police departments, county sheriff's offices, the state police, and any agency employing peace officers. The database aims to compile information on terminations resulting from various misconducts, such as domestic violence, sexual violence, assault, harassment, excessive use of force, perjury, falsifying police reports, planting or destroying evidence, and deadly physical assault. Agency heads are required to report necessary information to the Division to maintain this database. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/NY/text/S01405/2025?utm_source=openai))

The bill has been positively received by advocates for police accountability, who view it as a significant step toward transparency and public trust in law enforcement. By publicly listing officers terminated for misconduct, the database is expected to deter future violations and inform the public about law enforcement practices. Supporters argue that such transparency is crucial for holding officers accountable and ensuring community safety.

Some law enforcement unions and officers have expressed concerns about the bill, fearing it may lead to public shaming and hinder the rehabilitation of officers who have been terminated. They argue that the database could be used to unfairly tarnish reputations and may not consider the full context of each termination. Critics also worry about potential legal challenges and the impact on officer morale.