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The 2001 Florida Statutes

Title XLVII
Criminal Procedure And Corrections
Chapter 943
Department Of Law Enforcement
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Section 943.137, Florida Statutes 2001

943.137  Establishment of qualifications and standards above the minimum.--

(1)  Nothing herein may be construed to preclude an employing agency from establishing qualifications and standards for employment, appointment, training, or promotion of officers that exceed the minimum requirements set by ss. 943.13 and 943.17.

(2)  The qualifications of an employing agency that exceed the minimum employment or basic recruit training course established by the commission are binding on individuals affected and shall be recognized by the commission.

History.--s. 10, ch. 84-258; s. 8, ch. 86-187; s. 2, ch. 86-286; ss. 5, 6, ch. 87-186; s. 5, ch. 91-429.