| SB 0224 | Authorizes the creation of law enforcement districts in Camden County funded with property tax |
| Sponsor: | Russell | |||
| LR Number: | 0887L.02T | Fiscal Note: | 0887-02 | |
| Committee: | Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence | |||
| Last Action: | 05/16/01 - Signed by Governor (w/EC) | Journal page: | S1609-1610 | |
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| Effective Date: | Emergency Clause | |||
SB 224 - This act authorizes the creation of law enforcement districts in Camden County to fund, promote and operate projects relating to law enforcement. Ten percent of the registered voters in a district may file a petition in circuit court requesting the creation of a district. The act sets forth the requirements and court procedure regarding the petition. A Board of Directors consisting of five elected members shall govern each law enforcement district. A district may impose a property tax if approved by voters. The act outlines the legal powers of a law enforcement district, including the powers to contract, borrow money and coordinate efforts with state and local agencies.
Provisions of this act are contained in SCS/HB 80 (2001).
JOAN GUMMELS