Rule 400A , 400C special officers and constables

Question 1

Can specially licensed officers / constables do search warrants?

Answer 1

no, can’t apply for or execute

Question 2

Can special officers carry handcuffs or batons?

Answer 2

only if trained in their use

for firearms need authorization

Question 3

What must happen if a special officer / constable is arrested?

Answer 3

DS seize badge and ID card and forwarded to license unit via commander

Question 4

Is there is difference between what happens to a special officer if they are arrested for a felony or a misdemeanor in the city of Boston?

Answer 4

felony commander notify license unit in writing no later than the next business day

misd - contact the licensing unit commander for him to determine whether the license will be suspended

Question 5

Can constables use blue lights or mark their vehicles?

Answer 5

no signage.
use of blue lights may possibly be approved by licensing unit

Question 6

if a special officer or constable is arrested outside the city, what must they do?

Answer 6

notify licensing unit no later than next business day
and in writing within 72 hrs of event