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Definition: A certified law enforcement officer employed by a state, county, or private correctional facility to supervise inmates. Must complete basic recruit training, pass a state exam, and maintain certification. Authority to use force when necessary to maintain order.
Category: Law Enforcement · Statute: F.S. 943.10 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Corrections Officer in Florida
A certified law enforcement officer employed by a state, county, or private correctional facility to supervise inmates. Must complete basic recruit training, pass a state exam, and maintain certification. Authority to use force when necessary to maintain order.
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