Appointment and service requirements for police reservists
Victoria Police Amendment (Police Reservists) Bill 2026
1st House
2nd House
Law
Introduced by: Anthony Carbines (ALP)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The Chief Commissioner of Police can appoint as many police reservists as needed.
Applicants must be former police officers with at least 2 years of service.
Police reservists must take an oath or affirmation before starting work.
Police reservists have the same duties and powers as a constable.
Police reservists do not need a firearms licence for official duties.
New reservists must complete a probation period of at least 3 months.
Police reservists must give 4 weeks' written notice to resign.