Grants peace officer status to persons employed by the town of Southold serving on Fishers Island as public safety officers.
Impact
The enactment of A10590 would directly affect the statutory framework governing law enforcement in New York State. By designating public safety officers on Fishers Island as peace officers, the bill allocates specific powers to these individuals, enabling them to undertake responsibilities typically associated with law enforcement officials. This change is particularly significant for Fishers Island, as it enhances local governance and could lead to improved public safety measures in a unique locality where law enforcement resources may be limited.
Summary
A10590 is a proposed legislation that seeks to amend the criminal procedure law in New York, specifically to grant peace officer status to individuals employed by the town of Southold who serve as public safety officers on Fishers Island. This bill aims to enhance the legal authority and responsibilities of these officers, allowing them to perform law enforcement duties that are critical to maintaining peace and safety in the community. The bill explicitly states that while these officers will have peace officer status, they will not be permitted to carry or possess firearms unless they hold the appropriate licenses as required by state law.
Contention
While the bill appears to address a local need, discussions surrounding A10590 may evoke different opinions regarding the designation of additional peace officers. Supporters argue that this measure strengthens public safety efforts, especially in areas that might otherwise struggle with adequate law enforcement presence. Conversely, there could be concerns from certain advocacy groups about the implications of expanding peace officer designations, including issues related to community oversight and accountability for officers taking on these additional powers.
Grants security officers serving at the village of Ardsley village court peace officer status; provides that such officers shall complete training if they are not otherwise police officers or peace officers.
Grants security officers serving at the village of Ardsley village court peace officer status; provides that such officers shall complete training if they are not otherwise police officers or peace officers.
Grants peace officer status to certain security officers employed by Highland Hospital; provides such peace officers are not authorized to carry, possess, repair or dispose of a firearm.
Grants peace officer status to certain security officers employed by Highland Hospital; provides such peace officers are not authorized to carry, possess, repair or dispose of a firearm.
Grants peace officer status to certain employees of the Parkchester police department of public safety who patrol the Parkchester North and South condominium area.
Grants peace officer status to certain employees of the Parkchester police department of public safety who patrol the Parkchester North and South condominium area.
Relates to persons designated as peace officers; designates members of the security force employed by Catholic Health Network and Kaleida Health as peace officers.
Authorizes Frank Lyburd III, Brian McNamara, Peter J. Jacobs, Roman S. Wilinski, Alex U. Chenche and Tara T. Desposito, police officers in the town of Southold, county of Suffolk, to receive certain service credit under section 384-d of the retirement and social security law.