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MO HB1851
Bill
Status
2/29/2012
Primary Sponsor
Caleb Jones
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AI Summary
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Repeals and reenacts section 57.010, RSMo, to modify qualifications for county sheriffs in Missouri.
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Requires sheriffs to hold a valid peace officer license under chapter 590 as a condition of eligibility for office.
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Prohibits sheriffs without a valid peace officer license from personally exercising police powers including arrest, detention, vehicular pursuit, search, and interrogation, effective January 1, 2003.
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Allows sheriffs without licenses to exercise police powers through duly commissioned deputy sheriffs.
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Exempts the sheriff of St. Louis City from the peace officer license requirement.
Legislative Description
Requires a person to hold a valid peace officer license in order to be eligible for the office of county sheriff with the exception of the office of sheriff of St. Louis City
Last Action
Referred: Crime Prevention and Public Safety (H)
4/18/2012