County to vote on constable salaries

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What: Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

When: 9:30 a.m., Wednesday

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County to vote on constable salaries

Posted Tuesday, June 12, 2018 9:34 am

If you go:

What: Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

When: 9:30 a.m., Wednesday

Where: Supervisors’ Auditorium, 205 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix

By Cecilia Chan

Independent Newsmedia

Constables are often overlooked as an arm of justice until they come to the door with an eviction notice, an order of protection or a subpoena.

But they are certified by the same agency that certifies training for peace officers in Arizona and carry a gun and a badge.

In Maricopa County, of roughly 4 million residents, there are 26 elected constables, each serving the criminal and civil process in a justice court precinct.The Board of Supervisors on Wednesday is scheduled to set constable salaries as required under state law before a general election.

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