Florida § 943.137 - Establishment of qualifications and standards above the minimum.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 943.137 — Establishment of qualifications and standards above the minimum., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 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, including establishing tobacco-use standards. (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 943.137
What does Florida Statutes § 943.137 cover?
Section 943.137 ("Establishment of qualifications and standards above the minimum.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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