79-2-703. Division director -- Qualifications -- Duties -- Special deputies.
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Effective 1/1/2025
79-2-703. Division director -- Qualifications -- Duties -- Special deputies.
(1)The director is the executive and administrative head of the division, appointed in accordance with Section 79-2-204 .
(2)The director shall demonstrate:
(a)experience as a sworn law enforcement officer; and
(b)law enforcement leadership ability.
(3)The director shall:
(a)enforce the policies and rules of the department's divisions; and
(b)perform the duties necessary to:
(i)coordinate, prioritize, and direct the law enforcement needs of the divisions within the department;
(ii)properly care for and maintain any property under the jurisdiction of the division; and
(iii)carry out the purposes of this part.
(a)The director may appoint an individual, on a temporary basis, as a special deputy.
(b)A special deputy may enforce this part and rules made under this part.
(5)The director may deputize an individual who is a peace officer to assist the division on a seasonal or temporary basis.
Enacted by Chapter 80 , 2024 General Session