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55 Permanent cessation of powers
(1) All powers of a person as a police officer immediately cease when he or she ceases to be a police officer.
A person would cease to be a police officer if his or her appointment is terminated during probation under section 28, if he or she resigns or retires under section 65 or 67 or if he or she is dismissed under section 70, 132 or 136.
(2) All powers of a person as a protective services officer immediately cease when he or she ceases to be a protective services officer.
A person would cease to be a protective services officer if his or her appointment is terminated during probation under section 39, if he or she resigns or retires under section 65 or 67 or if he or she is dismissed under section 70, 132 or 136.
Division 3—Specific duties and powers