MAR 18, 2014
Asking can a member of an organized fire department who has risen to the point that his duties may include those of a local fire marshal, but who is not certified by the State Fire Marshal and not acting under that state authority, be commissioned by a Police Chief or Sheriff as a law enforcement officer then be considered not to hold two public office in violation of the State Constitution.
Requested by: Mark A. Keel, Chief, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division
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