AK HB224

Establishes that current employment as a peace officer is not a defense to prosecution for impersonating a peace officer.

Excludes persons convicted of felonies, sex offenses, or domestic violence crimes from the definition of "peace officer" under Alaska law.

Requires national criminal history record checks for police training program applicants and village police officer certification candidates if their prospective employer lacks access to criminal justice information systems.

Prohibits appointment as a police officer or village police officer for anyone convicted of a felony, sex offense, or domestic violence crime in any jurisdiction.

Defines "village police officer" as an employee of an incorporated city or municipality with less than 2,000 population off the contiguous Alaska road system with specified law enforcement authority; directs the Alaska Police Standards Council to establish standards for village police officers by regulation.