Tasmanian Consolidated Acts Tasmanian Consolidated Acts
(1) The Commissioner may appoint persons as trainees or junior constables for a period not exceeding 2 years subject to any terms and conditions as specified in the instrument of appointment.
(2) A person may only be appointed as a junior constable if the person is at least 16 years of age but has not attained the age of 21 years.
(3) A person may only be appointed as a trainee if the person is at least 18 years of age.
(4) The Commissioner may determine the qualifications, skills, attributes and medical, physical or other requirements for appointment under this section.
(5) A trainee or junior constable –
(a) is subject to the direction and control of the Commissioner; and
(b) is to undertake the duties assigned to him or her.
(6) The Commissioner may terminate the appointment of a trainee or junior constable for any reason the Commissioner considers appropriate.