The bill S. 118 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 9-11-95, which provides specific provisions for retired police officers who maintain their constable certification. Under this new section, retired police officers certified pursuant to Section 23-23-70 are exempt from the earnings limitation outlined in Section 9-11-90(4) when they are employed by law enforcement agencies in their capacity as constables. This allows them to work without restrictions on their earnings while still receiving direction and control from the agency that hires them.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that these qualified retired officers may be employed by multiple law enforcement agencies simultaneously. This legislative change is designed to enhance the employment opportunities for retired police officers while ensuring they can continue to contribute to law enforcement efforts in South Carolina. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/11/2024: 9-11-95, 23-23-70, 9-11-90
Latest Version: 9-11-95, 23-23-70, 9-11-90