Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 570 - RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Chapter 570-32 - RETENTION OF WEAPON AND BADGE
Rule 570-32-.02 - Retention of Weapon and Badge After 15 Years Service
Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 570-32-.02
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024
(1) Any sworn member eligible to retain his or her badge and gun shall submit a request to the appropriate Division Director for approval.
(2) Prior to approval, the Human Resources Division shall verify that the member meets the service requirements of O.C.G.A. §§ 35-2-49.
(3) A sworn member will be ineligible to retain his or her badge or weapon under the following circumstances:
(a) When the member left the Department under
other than honorable conditions, or
(b) When the member has submitted an
application for disability retirement on the basis of any psychological or
mental disability or impairment. This prohibition shall apply without regard to
the decision of the Employees' Retirement System regarding the disability
retirement application.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 35-2-49, 35-2-49.1.
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