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.
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(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.