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- Substituted by A10731
- Ordered to third reading cal.1494
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Grants uniformed members of the bureau of fire prevention of the town of Islip peace officer status
Vetoed · Sponsor Phil Boyle
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BILL NUMBER:S7721
Title of bill
An act to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to granting uniformed members of the bureau of fire prevention of the town of Islip peace officer status
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill would grant peace officer status to members of the Town of Islip's Bureau of Fire Prevention in matters arising under the laws relating to fires, the extinguishment thereof and fire perils.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the bill amends Section 2.10 of the criminal procedure law by adding a new subdivision B3 which establishes uniformed members of Town of Islip Bureau of Fire Prevention as having peace officer status.
Justification
Peace officers are able to investigate and prosecute arson cases and take statements in the field and in depositions. This bill would expand the powers of the members of the Town of Islip Bureau of Fire Prevention to include those duties, as well as allow members to inspect premises for violations of ordinances and conditions liable to cause fire. It would also provide training to the members in evidence, searches and seizures.
Legislative history
2011: S.4104 Veto Number 35 2009-10: A.8333A - Passed Assembly, No same as in Senate 2008: S.8183/A.10971A - Veto 4131 2007: S.6195/A.9141 - Veto 121
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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