Bill > H2582

This bill modifies an existing law related to police certification in Massachusetts by adding a specific provision about pardons. Specifically, the bill states that even if an individual has received a presidential or gubernatorial pardon, they will still remain ineligible for initial police certification or recertification. This means that a pardon from the president or state governor would not automatically restore an individual's ability to become or remain a certified law enforcement officer. The amendment is being made to Section 4 of Chapter 6E of the Massachusetts General Laws, which governs police certification standards. The provision appears designed to maintain strict standards for law enforcement certification, ensuring that individuals with serious disqualifying past actions cannot easily regain certification through a pardon.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2582