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Title 35. LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND AGENCIES

Chapter 2. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

77 sections · 35-2-1 to 35-2-164

Article 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

  1. 35-2-1Creation of Board of Public Safety; composition; appointment and terms of office of members.
  2. 35-2-2Creation of Department of Public Safety.
  3. 35-2-3Creation and appointment of the position of commissioner of public safety; powers and duties; rules and regulations.
  4. 35-2-4Commissioner as a member of Uniform Division authorized.
  5. 35-2-5Chief officer of Uniform Division.
  6. 35-2-6Employment of temporary expert assistance.
  7. 35-2-7Appointment of deputy commissioner; term of office; rank; membership in Uniform Division; duties; oath.
  8. 35-2-8Appointment of comptroller; membership in Uniform Division prohibited; bond.
  9. 35-2-9Payment of medical and other similar expenses of members of Georgia State Patrol injured in line of duty; procedure.
  10. 35-2-10Awards to employees for outstanding service, heroism, or other exemplary act.
  11. 35-2-11Commissioner authorized to facilitate public safety demonstrations in public schools.
  12. 35-2-12Contribution to political campaigns by employees of department.
  13. 35-2-13Headquarters for commissioner and deputy commissioner of public safety and divisions.
  14. 35-2-14Memorandums of understanding regarding federal immigration and customs laws.
  15. 35-2-15Off-duty use of motor vehicles and other equipment by certain law enforcement officers; conditions for use; rules and regulations.
  16. 35-2-16Subsistence and per diem for employees; retention of badge and weapon upon retirement; salary increases; impact on other statutory provisions.

Article 2. UNIFORM DIVISION

  1. 35-2-30Creation and designation.
  2. 35-2-31Composition.
  3. 35-2-32Jurisdiction; primary duty; patrolling of safety rest areas and welcome centers.
  4. 35-2-33Additional duties.
  5. 35-2-34Composition of headquarters staff.
  6. 35-2-35Performance of clerical duties by headquarters staff; transfer of members of headquarters staff by commissioner.
  7. 35-2-36Composition of battalion; rank of battalion personnel; employment of recruits or cadets by commissioner; promulgation of rules and regulations as to enlistment and training of recruits or cadets.
  8. 35-2-36.1Auxiliary Service; appointment of members; salary; authority and powers; equipment; eligibility.
  9. 35-2-37Employment of communications officers to support battalion generally.
  10. 35-2-38Division of state into districts or divisions by commissioner.
  11. 35-2-39Provision of barracks and quarters for officers and troopers of Uniform Division.
  12. 35-2-40Purchase, lease, or construction of barracks and equipment for districts or divisions; acceptance of property, equipment, or services.
  13. 35-2-41Municipality and county purchase or conveyance of property for use as division or district headquarters; effect if property has reversionary clause; approval of contracts.
  14. 35-2-41.1Donation or conveyance of property, equipment, or services to the department; procedure.
  15. 35-2-42Personnel administration.
  16. 35-2-43Eligibility for appointment to or enlistment in Uniform Division; appointment or reappointment of discharged members of National Guard, armed forces of the United States, and law enforcement agencies.Reserved
  17. 35-2-44Enlistment, examination, preliminary training, subsequent instruction, and rules and regulations for discipline and conduct of recruits and troopers.
  18. 35-2-45Promotions of personnel.
  19. 35-2-46Dismissal of officers, troopers, and communications officers.
  20. 35-2-47Suspension pending dismissal.
  21. 35-2-48State Patrol Disciplinary Board; composition; appointment and terms of members; conduct of hearings by board; recommendation to commissioner; finality of commissioner’s decision.Reserved
  22. 35-2-49Provision of uniforms and equipment to sworn members of the department and radio operators; retention of weapons and badges upon retirement.
  23. 35-2-49.1Retention of badge and weapon upon disability in line of duty.
  24. 35-2-50Purchasing of uniforms, supplies, and equipment.
  25. 35-2-51Storage of excess clothing, equipment, and other articles; disposition of old and worn equipment.
  26. 35-2-52Clothing allowance for personal security or special duty assignments.
  27. 35-2-53No costs or emoluments authorized; exception for rewards; payment and distribution of fines and costs.
  28. 35-2-54Purchase of group insurance.
  29. 35-2-55Compensatory time off for working on state holiday.
  30. 35-2-56Use of motor vehicles or other equipment by members of Uniform Division.Reserved
  31. 35-2-57Use of retired unmarked pursuit cars for training.
  32. 35-2-58Approval by board to sell or trade surplus motor vehicles towards purchase of new motor vehicles.

Article 3. SECURITY GUARD DIVISION

  1. 35-2-70Establishment.
  2. 35-2-71Powers and duties of security guards.
  3. 35-2-72Compensation, uniforms, and equipment of security guards.
  4. 35-2-73Security guards for protection of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the House, and their families and executive department; transportation of family members at state expense.
  5. 35-2-74Governor to prescribe coverage by State Personnel Board.
  6. 35-2-75Adoption of rules, regulations, and orders by board.

Article 4. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY NOMENCLATURE

  1. 35-2-80Short title.
  2. 35-2-81Definitions.
  3. 35-2-82Permission required for use of department nomenclature.
  4. 35-2-83Permission required for use of department symbols.
  5. 35-2-84Procedure for seeking permission to use department nomenclature or symbols.
  6. 35-2-85Injunctions against violations.
  7. 35-2-86Civil penalties.
  8. 35-2-87Damage suits against violators.
  9. 35-2-88Criminal penalties.

Article 5. COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

  1. 35-2-100Creation; establishment of Regulatory Compliance Section; members designated as law enforcement officers.
  2. 35-2-101Jurisdiction; duties and powers; use of dogs to detect controlled substances.
  3. 35-2-102Weight inspector positions; training; powers and responsibilities; presence of certified peace officer.

Article 6. CAPITOL POLICE DIVISION

  1. 35-2-120Definitions.
  2. 35-2-121Creation; staffing.
  3. 35-2-122Jurisdiction; duties; power.
  4. 35-2-123Use of vehicles by off-duty law enforcement officer.Reserved
  5. 35-2-124Reimbursement to the department for costs.

Article 7. STATE AVIATION OPERATIONS

  1. 35-2-140Transfer of certain personnel, aircraft, and other assets from the Georgia Aviation Authority to the department; powers.

Article 8. OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY SUPPORT

  1. 35-2-160Definitions.
  2. 35-2-161Creation.
  3. 35-2-162Support coordinator.
  4. 35-2-163Peer counseling and critical incident support services; certification; employment of necessary staff.
  5. 35-2-164Provision and designation of office space, personnel, supplies, and materials; policies and procedures.