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SB 0263 - Law Enforcement Officers; provide governing authority; employs sworn police officers who are P.O.S.T certified; policies; disability in line of duty

Tracking Level: Passed
Sponsor: Thompson, Bruce 14th
Last Action: 7/1/2016 - Effective Date
Senate Committee: PUB SAF
House Committee: PS&HS

Staff Analysis of the Legislation

SB 263 seeks to amend Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the O.C.G.A. relating to general provisions regarding law enforcement officers and other agencies. It creates new Code Section 35-1-20 which provides for the retainment of the weapon and badge for sworn officers certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council upon their retirement. 

 

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