New York A11054 allows public transit agencies to hire former police officers as transit security marshals with peace officer status, provided they.

New York A11054 amends the criminal procedure law to authorize public transit agencies to hire former police officers as transit security marshals, granting them peace officer status. These marshals must complete approved firearms training and maintain requalification as required. The appointing authority must ensure that each marshal completes initial and ongoing training, including use of force, de-escalation, and legal authority. Marshals must also meet medical and physical fitness standards established by the appointing authority in consultation with applicable law enforcement agencies.

New York A11054 allows public transit agencies to hire former police officers as transit security marshals with peace officer status, provided they.

New York A11054 amends the criminal procedure law to authorize public transit agencies to hire former police officers as transit security marshals, granting them peace officer status. These marshals must complete approved firearms training and maintain requalification as required. The appointing authority must ensure that each marshal completes initial and ongoing training, including use of force, de-escalation, and legal authority. Marshals must also meet medical and physical fitness standards established by the appointing authority in consultation with applicable law enforcement agencies.