A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the police department’s response to students in emotional crisis in public schools

Summary

This bill would regulate the Police Department’s response to children in emotional crisis within public schools. Specifically, the bill establishes procedures for department personnel responding to children in emotional crisis and limits the use of mechanical restraints on children in emotional crisis. Additionally, school safety personnel would be required to receive training on identifying and responding to children in emotional crisis.

Official summary of legislation · NYC Council