Massachusetts S3201 allows the town of Acushnet to appoint retired police officers as special police officers.
Massachusetts S3201 enables the town of Acushnet to appoint retired police officers as special police officers. These special officers will have the same powers as regular police officers, including the ability to make arrests and perform police duties. They will be re-appointed annually and can be removed by the Board of Selectmen with 14 days’ written notice. Special police officers must pass a medical examination and provide health insurance certification. They will be paid the detail rate for regular officers but will not receive other town benefits.
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