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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
For the purpose of this subchapter, the term “law enforcement officer” means--
(1) a law enforcement officer within the meaning of section 5541(3) and to whom the provisions of chapter 51 apply;
(2) a member of the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division;
(3) a member of the United States Park Police;
(4) a special agent in the Diplomatic Security Service;
(5) a probation officer (referred to in section 3672 of title 18); and
(6) a pretrial services officer (referred to in section 3153 of title 18).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 5 U.S.C. § 4521 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 5. Government Organization and Employees § 4521. Definition - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-5-government-organization-and-employees/5-usc-sect-4521/
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