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PS 131

Para enmendar el inciso (f)(2) del Artículo 3.026 y el inciso 203 del artículo 8.001 de la Ley 107-2020, según enmendada, conocida como “Código Municipal de Puerto Rico” con el fin de redefinir el concepto de policía auxiliar, tanto como su alcance; y para otros fines.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill redefines and expands auxiliary police officer roles and authority under municipal law to enhance local law enforcement capacity and jurisdiction.

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Bill Summary · PS 131

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 131 proposes to amend the Municipal Code of Puerto Rico (Law 107-2020) to redefine the concept of "auxiliary police" and expand their operational scope. The bill modifies sections 3.026(f)(2) and 8.001(203) to alter how auxiliary police forces are defined and what authority they may exercise within municipalities.

Why is this important

Auxiliary police forces are crucial to local law enforcement capacity in Puerto Rico's municipalities, particularly in smaller communities. Redefining their role and expanding their scope could significantly affect public safety operations, officer training requirements, liability frameworks, and the distribution of policing responsibilities across the island's 78 municipalities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of Authority: Expanding auxiliary police powers without clear limits risks jurisdictional conflicts with regular police forces and potential overreach in enforcement actions
  • Training and Accountability Standards: Broadening roles may require new training mandates and oversight mechanisms, raising questions about implementation costs and uniform enforcement standards
  • Labor and Union Concerns: Changes affecting auxiliary officer responsibilities could trigger negotiations with police unions regarding compensation, benefits, and working conditions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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