Connecticut § 7-294nn Law enforcement unit policy permitting police officers to wear religious head coverings.

Connecticut Statutes

§ 7-294nn — Law enforcement unit policy permitting police officers to wear religious head coverings.

Connecticut § 7-294nn

Title 7Municipalities

Ch. 104Police and Fire Protection

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Conn. Gen. Stat. § 7-294nn (2026).

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(a)As used in this section, “law enforcement unit” and “police officer” have the same meanings as provided in section 7-294a.

(b)Not later than October 1, 2022, each law enforcement unit shall adopt or amend a policy to permit a police officer to wear a religious head covering in accordance with the police officer's religious beliefs while the police officer is on duty and wearing a uniform or other authorized attire, except where the use of tight-fitting protective headgear is required by such law enforcement unit.

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(a) As used in this section, “law enforcement unit” and “police officer” have the same meanings as provided in section 7-294a. (b) Not later than October 1, 2022, each law enforcement unit shall adopt or amend a policy to permit a police officer to wear a religious head covering in accordance with the police officer's religious beliefs while the police officer is on duty and wearing a uniform or other authorized attire, except where the use of tight-fitting protective headgear is required by such law enforcement unit.