Bill > S1898

This bill enables the town of Plainville to appoint retired police officers as special police officers to perform police details, with several key provisions and restrictions. Specifically, retired police officers who previously served full-time and retired in good standing can be appointed as special police officers, but must be under 70 years old and pass a medical examination to prove fitness for duty. These special police officers will have the same arrest powers and police functions as full-time officers, but will be subject to annual appointments, can be suspended at any time, and must maintain certification with the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. The bill requires that special police officers comply with all town police department policies, pay for their own training and equipment (unless otherwise determined by the chief of police), and are limited by earnings restrictions under state law. While these officers will be eligible for indemnification, they will not be eligible for certain retirement benefits. The appointments will be made by the town administrator, sworn in by the town clerk, and the chief of police will have discretion in assigning details and restricting assignment types. The legislation is specific to Plainville and will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1898