SB306 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Dick Brewbaker

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Faulkner University, police officers, appointment, Sec. 16-22-1 am'd.

Summary

SB306 adds Faulkner University to the list of state institutions that can appoint campus police officers with peace officer powers and requires these officers to be trained in nonlethal weapons.

What This Bill Does

If passed, Faulkner University would be allowed to appoint campus police officers who have the duties and powers of police officers to protect university property and deter intruders. On duty, these officers must carry and be trained in nonlethal weapons. The law change is in addition to existing provisions and becomes effective after governor approval, with the act adding Faulkner University to the institutions listed. The collection of related provisions remains cumulative with existing law.

Who It Affects

• Faulkner University students, staff, and visitors who may rely on university police for protection of campus property and safety.
• Individuals appointed as Faulkner University campus police officers who would have police powers and must carry and be trained in nonlethal weapons.

Key Provisions

• Adds Faulkner University to the list of institutions that may appoint and employ one or more police officers to protect campus property.
• Appointed officers will have all the duties and powers of police officers to deter intruders and prevent trespass or damage to university property.
• On duty, officers must carry and be trained in the proper use of a nonlethal weapon.
• The Miles College provision remains, with Miles College officers restricted to Miles College property.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after passage and governor's approval, and the section is cumulative.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Faulkner University