An Act authorizing the raising the maximum retirement age of special police officers in the town of Kingston to 70 years old
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the retirement age for special police officers in the town of Kingston, Massachusetts. It allows retired Kingston police officers who meet certain criteria to continue working as special police officers until they reach 70 years old. The bill outlines specific requirements for these officers, including medical examinations and ongoing training, and ensures they have the same authority as regular police officers.
Key provisions
- Raises the maximum retirement age for special police officers in Kingston to 70.
- Allows retired Kingston police officers to be appointed as special police officers.
- Requires medical examinations to assess the officer's fitness for duty.
- Mandates ongoing training and certification consistent with state standards.
- Specifies that special police officers have the same arrest powers as regular officers.
- Establishes an annual appointment term and allows for removal by the Board of Selectmen.
- Outlines cost responsibilities for medical examinations, training equipment, and uniforms.
- Requires officers to be sworn before the Town Clerk.
Who is affected
- Town of Kingston, Massachusetts
- Retired Kingston Police Officers
- Kingston Police Department
- Special Police Officers
- Town of Kingston Select Board
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Public Service
Cosponsors
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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