California · Penal Code
PEN §830.83: (a) Commencing on July 1, 2026, until July 1, 2029, a chief of police appointed by a qualified entity enrolled in the pilot program established by Section 11073 and meeting the requirements of a quali
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This statute designates certain tribal police officers and officials as peace officers under a pilot program from 2026–2029, defining their territorial jurisdiction within tribal lands and specific circumstances allowing authority outside tribal territory.
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