Virginia law outlines the procedures and requirements for appointing special conservators of the peace, including applications by local officials, and specifies powers for conservators at fairgrounds, cemeteries, and airports. It emphasizes the need for assessments, bonding, and clarifies citizenship requirements based on jurisdiction. These provisions aim to ensure proper law enforcement authority in specific public areas.
Only officials from school boards, counties, cities, or towns can apply, and they must include a written assessment from the chief law enforcement officer justifying the need.
They have law enforcement powers within the fairgrounds or cemeteries and within half a mile around them, including maintaining order and enforcing laws.
Yes, individuals exercising conservator powers must provide a bond, and their employer or principal may also be liable under the law.
No, if their jurisdiction is limited to airport grounds, they do not need to be citizens of Virginia, provided the airport proprietors agree beforehand.