STATEWIDE CRIME REPORTING DATA ACT
STATE OF SAN ANDREAS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2024-03 BILL NO. 004
STATEWIDE CRIME REPORTING DATA ACT Signed into Law by Governor Richard Engelwood
PREAMBLE
WHEREAS, the accurate collection and reporting of crime statistics are essential for law enforcement agencies to effectively combat crime, allocate resources, and enhance public safety; and
WHEREAS, a standardized statewide system for crime data reporting will ensure transparency, improve accountability, and support data-driven decision-making in law enforcement operations; and
WHEREAS, the State of San Andreas is committed to fostering trust between law enforcement agencies and the public by ensuring that crime data is consistently collected, reported, and made accessible for review;
THEREFORE, I, Richard Engelwood, Governor of the State of San Andreas, hereby enact the Crime Reporting Data Act, known as Executive Order No. 2024-03, to establish a uniform system for crime data collection and reporting statewide.
SECTION 1: PURPOSE AND INTENT
Establish a uniform statewide system for the collection and reporting of crime statistics.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of crime data by all law enforcement agencies to the state government.
Utilize crime data to enhance public safety, support law enforcement efforts, and improve transparency in the criminal justice system.
SECTION 2: DEFINITIONS
Crime Statistics – Data related to crimes, arrests, clearance rates, and other law enforcement activities.
Law Enforcement Agencies – Any municipal, county, or state agency responsible for enforcing laws and maintaining public order.
State Government – The designated department or office responsible for collecting, analyzing, and publishing crime statistics (e.g., Department of Justice, Crime Reporting Office).
SECTION 3: MANDATORY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
All law enforcement agencies within the state are required to submit crime statistics to the state government.
Agencies must report crime data on a regular basis (monthly, quarterly, or annually) or upon specific request by the state government.
Reported crime data must include, but is not limited to:
Types and counts of reported crimes.
Arrests made.
Clearance rates (crimes solved).
Demographic data on victims and suspects (where permissible by law).
Use of force incidents.
Where law enforcement agencies lack properly reported data, reasonable estimations may be created within the framework of roleplay to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting.
SECTION 4: REPORTING PROCESS
Crime data must be submitted electronically through a secure system designated by the state government. (e.g., Discord, Email, or an alternative secure platform as determined by the Governor’s Office).
Agencies may determine the specific format in which data is presented and submitted, provided it meets the state's requirements.
SECTION 5: AUDITS AND COMPLIANCE
The state government will conduct periodic audits of law enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with crime data reporting requirements.
Agencies found to be non-compliant may be subject to corrective action, including:
Fines for failure to report accurate data.
Sanctions or increased oversight.
Reduction or loss of state funding for law enforcement operations.
SECTION 6: PUBLIC ACCESS TO CRIME STATISTICS
The state government will publish aggregated crime statistics annually to ensure transparency while maintaining necessary confidentiality.
Crime data will be made available through an online platform, accessible to the public, policymakers, and researchers.
SECTION 7: PENALTIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE
Law enforcement agencies that fail to comply with crime data reporting requirements will be subject to penalties, including but not limited to:
Fines for delayed or inaccurate reporting.
Reductions in state funding for law enforcement operations.
Increased oversight and mandatory compliance reviews.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE
This law shall take effect on October 24, 2024, with all law enforcement agencies required to comply with reporting requirements.
The Governor’s Office will coordinate with agencies to establish reasonable deadlines for initial compliance and ongoing reporting.
SECTION 9: IMPLEMENTATION AND OVERSIGHT
The Governor’s Office will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of this act and ensuring compliance from all law enforcement agencies.
The collected crime data will be used to improve public safety policies, law enforcement strategies, and criminal justice operations across the state.
SECTION 10: CONCLUSION
The Crime Reporting Data Act represents a crucial step toward standardizing law enforcement data collection, improving transparency, and enhancing public safety across the State of San Andreas. By ensuring that crime statistics are reported accurately and consistently, this law will strengthen the ability of law enforcement agencies to combat crime while fostering public trust in the justice system.
With the power vested in me by the will of the People of the Great State of San Andreas, I hereby enact the Crime Reporting Data Act (Executive Order No. 2024-03) into law.
Signed into law this 24th day of October, 2024, by: Governor Richard Engelwood Governor of the State of San Andreas
END OF EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2024-03
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