Bill > HB1314

This bill expands peace officer status for certain employees within the Colorado Department of Revenue's Firearms Dealer Division and Auto Industry Division. Specifically, the bill grants peace officer status to the director, deputy director, agent in charge, criminal investigator supervisor, and criminal investigators in these divisions while they are performing their duties. These peace officers will have primary authority to enforce specific sections of Colorado law related to their divisions, but their authority will also extend to enforcing all state laws. To become a peace officer, these employees must be certified by the Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board, which sets standards for law enforcement personnel. The bill modifies existing statutes to clarify and expand the law enforcement capabilities of these Department of Revenue employees, potentially allowing them to have broader investigative and enforcement powers beyond their current roles. The legislation includes a safety clause, indicating that it is considered necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1314