Modernizing and strengthening laws concerning sheriffs, police chiefs, town marshals, law enforcement agency volunteers, youth cadets, specially commissioned officers, and police matrons.
Effective date 4/30/2026*.
Summary
The bill revises the qualifications and certification standards for sheriffs, police chiefs and town marshals, adding age, education, background‑check and service‑time requirements. It also restricts the authority of volunteers, youth cadets and specially commissioned officers, requiring local policies, supervision, and distinct uniforms. The antiquated police‑matron provisions are repealed.
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