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A 1681

Relates to on duty auxiliary police officers

2025 Regular Session Introduced by George Alvarez and 46 co-sponsors

Summary of Bill A 1681: On Duty Auxiliary Police Officers Purpose and IntentThe main purpose of Bill A 1681 is to clarify and expand the legal authorities and responsibilities of o

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Bill Summary · A 1681

Summary of Bill A 1681: On Duty Auxiliary Police Officers

Purpose and Intent

The main purpose of Bill A 1681 is to clarify and expand the legal authorities and responsibilities of on-duty auxiliary police officers in the state. Auxiliary police serve as volunteer, non-sworn support personnel who assist regular police departments with various duties. This bill aims to more clearly define the roles and protections for these auxiliary officers when they are engaged in official law enforcement activities.

Key Provisions

The bill makes several key changes:

  1. Expanded Powers: Grants auxiliary police officers the authority to make arrests, issue summons, and take other enforcement actions when on duty and under the supervision of a regular police officer.
  2. Legal Protections: Provides legal protections and immunities for auxiliary officers similar to those afforded to regular sworn police personnel when acting within the scope of their duties.
  3. Training Requirements: Mandates a minimum of 100 hours of specialized training for auxiliary officers covering topics like use of force, firearms handling, and procedures.
  4. Worker's Compensation: Ensures auxiliary officers are eligible for worker's compensation benefits if injured while performing their official duties.

Affected Parties

The primary parties impacted by this legislation would be:

  • Local police departments and law enforcement agencies that utilize auxiliary police officers as part of their operations
  • The auxiliary police officers themselves, who would gain expanded legal authorities and protections
  • The general public, who may interact with auxiliary officers serving in an enforcement capacity

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • This bill was first introduced in the state legislature on January 14, 2025.
  • It has been referred to the Codes Committee for initial consideration and review.
  • If passed by the legislature, the bill would take effect 90 days after being signed into law by the governor.

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

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