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This bill establishes a comprehensive licensing and regulatory framework for constables in Utah, aiming to professionalize the practice and ensure public safety. Key provisions include requiring constables to be licensed under a new "Constables Licensing Act" starting January 1, 2027, with specific qualifications and training requirements, and establishing a Constables Licensing Board to oversee the process. The bill also clarifies the duties and limitations of constables and their deputies, outlines contract requirements between constables and governmental entities, and sets standards for their conduct, including prohibitions against unlawful or unprofessional behavior. Furthermore, it addresses fees for constable services, outlines procedures for handling complaints and disciplinary actions, and preempts local regulations on constables, consolidating oversight at the state level.

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