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JeffCo Sheriff pushes for new social media law in the wake of Evergreen school shooting
- Jefferson County Sheriff Reggie Marinelli calls for a new law requiring social media firms to respond to warrants within days.
- The push follows the Evergreen High School shooting where a student harmed classmates before taking his life.
- ADL and FBI involvement highlighted delays in tracing a threatening online post to its source.
- Marinelli argues faster response times are essential due to the current 35-day reporting window.
- She envisions a national law to standardize turnaround times beyond state borders.
- Colorado Governor Polis previously vetoed a broader social media bill, influencing the current debate.
- California recently enacted a law similar to Marinelli's proposal.
- Marinelli plans to advocate for a national standard to ensure consistent application nationwide.
- The Lookout newsletter program is used to share Colorado-focused news and updates.
- Marinelli emphasizes there must be a valid probable cause and judicial approval for warrants.
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