§ 354.01, Fla. Stat. · Chapter 354. SPECIAL OFFICERS FOR CARRIERS
Special officers.
Text — 2026 Florida Statutes
A railroad police officer who has met the law enforcement officer qualifications and training requirements of ss. 943.13 and 943.135(1) shall be recognized as a special officer for the protection and safety of any railroad or other common carrier doing business in this state; its passengers and employees; and the property of such carrier, passengers, and employees. A special officer is not considered a law enforcement officer except for purposes of ss. 943.085-943.255. A Class I, Class II, or Class III railroad shall be considered an employing agency for purposes of ss. 943.10, 943.13, and 943.135(1) and shall pay all costs associated with the training and continuing education of employed special officers.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
s. 1, ch. 8539, 1921; CGL 6653; s. 5, ch. 80-289; ss. 2, 3, ch. 81-318; ss. 3, 13, 15, ch. 82-90; s. 13, ch. 83-167; s. 28, ch. 84-258; s. 1, ch. 84-326; ss. 7, 8, ch. 92-192; ss. 144, 145, ch. 99-13; s. 1, ch. 2013-114; s. 18, ch. 2023-197.
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The Florida Statutes
- § 943.085, Fla. Stat.Legislative intent with respect to upgrading the quality of law enforcement officers and correctional officers.Printed as ss. 943.085-943.255
- § 943.10, Fla. Stat.Definitions; ss. 943.085-943.255.Printed as ss. 943.10, 943.13, and 943.135(1)
- § 943.13, Fla. Stat.Officers’ minimum qualifications for employment or appointment.Printed as ss. 943.10, 943.13, and 943.135(1); ss. 943.13 and 943.135(1)
- § 943.135, Fla. Stat.Requirements for continued employment.Printed as ss. 943.10, 943.13, and 943.135(1); ss. 943.13 and 943.135(1)
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