Bill > H4234

This bill modifies the existing law to allow the town of Fairhaven to appoint retired police officers as special police officers under specific conditions. Retired Fairhaven police officers who have retired based on superannuation can be appointed as special police officers by the chief of police with town administrator approval, but only if they have been retired for less than 5 years and have not reached the age of 70. These special police officers must pass a medical examination to demonstrate their capability of performing police duties, and they will be subject to removal with 14 days' written notice. The bill exempts these special police officers from certain employment and civil service regulations, but requires them to maintain certification with the Massachusetts peace officer standards and training commission and comply with annual training requirements. They are also eligible for certain disability payments calculated based on their recent special police officer earnings, with some limitations on the amount and duration of such payments. The bill aims to provide flexibility for the town of Fairhaven in utilizing experienced retired police officers for police details and related duties while establishing clear guidelines for their appointment and service.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4234