HB712

AN ACT relating to public protection.

Introduced·2/24/26
Bill Text

Expands law enforcement powers of fire department chiefs in Kentucky fire protection districts.

The bill amends Kentucky law to grant chiefs of fire departments in fire protection districts the same powers of arrest, search, and seizure as sheriffs. These chiefs are also declared conservators of the public peace, tasked with enforcing laws and preserving order. However, they are excluded from serving subpoenas, summonses, and notices in civil cases and do not receive fees for their law enforcement duties.

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Where it stands

Current
Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 3

House

to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H)

Feb 24

House

introduced in House

Feb 24

House

to Committee on Committees (H)