SB182 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Irons

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

William “Bill” M. BeasleyRoger Bedford, Jr.Arthur OrrJerry L. Fielding

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Department of Corrections, correctional officers carrying firearms when supervising inmates on work squads outside of secured facility

Summary

SB182 would require Alabama Department of Corrections correctional officers to carry a firearm when supervising inmates on work squads outside of a secure facility.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it would mandate armed supervision for outdoor work squad duties. Section 1 states that officers must carry a firearm when supervising any inmate on a work squad outside a secure facility. Section 2 sets the rule’s start date: the first day of the third month after the bill is passed and approved by the Governor. The change applies to corrections officers and their supervision of inmates in outdoor settings.

Who It Affects

• Correctional officers in the Alabama Department of Corrections would be required to carry firearms during supervision of work squads outside secure facilities.
• Inmates assigned to those outdoor work squads would be supervised by armed officers.

Key Provisions

• Section 1: A correctional officer shall carry a firearm when supervising any inmate or inmates on a work squad outside of a secure facility.
• Section 2: The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor, or upon becoming law.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Corrections Department