An Act authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Norwood
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the town of Norwood, Massachusetts, to hire retired police officers as ‘special police officers.’ These officers would be authorized to perform police details or other duties, provided they meet specific criteria, including having retired in good standing from a Massachusetts police force and maintaining certification with the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. The special police officers would also need to comply with annual training requirements.
Key provisions
- The town manager of Norwood can appoint retired police officers.
- Retired officers must have retired in good standing from a Massachusetts police department.
- Officers must maintain certification with the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission.
- Officers must complete annual in-service training.
- The appointment is for performing police details or other police duties.
- Officers must comply with Chapter 6E of the General Laws.
- The bill applies specifically to the town of Norwood.
Who is affected
- The town of Norwood, Massachusetts
- Retired police officers in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission
- Municipal police training committees
Notable changes
- This bill creates a mechanism for Norwood to utilize retired police officers for specific law enforcement tasks.
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Joint Committee on Public Service
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