The Seimas unanimously adopted amendments to the Police Support Foundation Law on Thursday, establishing updated guidelines for police support roles. These new provisions clarify the eligibility criteria for individuals who wish to assist local law enforcement and educational institutions. A key focus of the amendments details the involvement of young people.
According to the revised law, young individuals aged between 12 and 20 who are enrolled in secondary education programs are eligible to serve as police supporters. Their role involves assisting territorial police and educational bodies in the prevention of child crime and various other offenses, thereby contributing to the creation of a safer environment within schools and associated facilities. Beyond the youth category, the law outlines several pathways for other citizens to become police supporters.
These criteria include Lithuanian citizens who are actively learning the Lithuanian language and reside in the Republic of Lithuania. Furthermore, citizens of other European Union member states who maintain permanent residency in Lithuania are also eligible, provided they possess at least a secondary education qualification. Alternatively, the law provides a route for young people who, while not meeting the standard educational criteria, demonstrate exceptional personal and moral qualities deemed suitable for police support work, as specified within the legislation.
These amendments aim to formalize and broaden the scope of support available to the police force by defining precisely who can participate in these community safety initiatives.
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