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NJ A6203

NJ A6203
Permits probationary or temporary appointment of law enforcement officer as State or county investigator under certain circumstances.


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Introduced
12/08/2025
In Committee
01/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill permits the probationary or temporary appointment of a law enforcement officer as a State or county investigator under certain circumstances. Under the bill, a permanent law enforcement officer who holds an active certification in the basic training course for police officers or State police may receive a probationary or temporary appointment as a State or county investigator for a total period not exceeding 120 days from the date of appointment for the purpose of enabling the officer to be trained and certified as a basic investigator. The bill authorizes the law enforcement officer to perform the functions or duties of a permanently appointed investigator during the officer's probationary or temporary appointment. Upon successful completion of a probationary or temporary appointment, the bill provides that the law enforcement officer may apply to the Police Training Commission for licensure as a permanent investigator. Under the bill, the probationary or temporary appointment remains in force and effect until the commission acts upon the application for licensure.

AI Summary

This bill permits a permanent law enforcement officer who already holds an active certification in basic police training to receive a probationary or temporary appointment as a State or county investigator for up to 120 days. The purpose of this temporary appointment is to allow the officer to be trained and certified as a basic investigator. During this 120-day period, the officer will be authorized to perform the full functions and duties of a permanently appointed investigator. After successfully completing the probationary or temporary appointment, the officer may apply to the Police Training Commission for licensure as a permanent investigator, and the temporary appointment will remain in effect until the commission makes a decision on the licensure application. This legislation modifies existing law to provide a pathway for experienced law enforcement officers to transition into investigator roles with a structured training and certification process, ensuring that officers have the necessary skills and credentials to serve in investigative positions.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Substituted by S4904 (on 01/12/2026)

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