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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Chapter 10.41A
Section 10.41A.070
 

Title 10 Regulation of Activities

Division II. License Code

Chapter 10.41A Special Police Officers

Section 10.41A.070 Special Regulations

  1. No special police officer, while on duty as such, may carry any firearm or dangerous weapon unless his commission specifically authorizes him to do so.
     
  2. The chief issues identification insignia to each special police officer. An officer is required to carry that identification on his person at all times when on duty and to display it when called upon to identify himself.
     
  3. A special police officer may wear such badge and uniform only as have been approved by the chief.
     
  4. A special police officer may use a motor vehicle with special marking, insignia, lights or equipment only with the prior approval of the chief.
     
  5. While performing the duties of employment, a special police officer is required to conform with the standards of conduct prescribed for police officers and may not do any act which would be unlawful if committed by a law enforcement officer.
     
  6. The chief may require a special police officer to undergo additional training whenever appropriate.
     
  7. Every special police officer must comply with such rules and regulations regarding licensing, training, conduct and other matters as the chief may from time to time issue.

Date Passed: Monday, June 4, 2007

Effective Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2007

ORD C34041 Section 1 (Recodification)