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GA SB341
Bill
Status
Passed
7/29/2020
Primary Sponsor
Randy Robertson
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AI Summary
- Georgia law enforcement units may supplement their workforce with qualified, retired peace officers or correctional officers when a disaster or emergency is declared by a county sheriff, public safety director, the Governor, or during a national emergency
- Retired officers must comply with annual training and qualification standards for peace officers established under Chapter 8 of Title 35
- Retired officers assisting during emergencies receive the same immunities and powers of arrest as officers of the requesting entity, including sovereign immunity, official immunity, and the public duty doctrine, limited to the specific location and duration of the event
- Retired officers are deemed employees of the requesting entity for the duration of the emergency and are entitled to workers' compensation, overtime, and expense reimbursement on the same terms as other employees
- All compensation for retirees serving under this provision is paid by the requesting law enforcement entity
Legislative Description
Peace Officers; re-employment of retired peace officers and correctional officers during disasters and emergencies; provide
Last Action
Effective Date
1/1/2021
Full Bill Text
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