S8 E10 Who Is a Peace Officer?: Parsing Penal Code 830 with POST’s Manny Alvarez

In this episode, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Manny Alvarez, Executive Director of POST, to unpack California Penal Code 830 – the foundation that defines who qualifies as a peace officer in the state of California. Together, they explore how PC 830 has evolved into a patchwork of statutes over the years, why it may be time to modernize and streamline its structure, and what thoughtful reform could mean for officer clarity, accountability, and consistency statewide. The conversation also touches on POST’s ongoing work to maintain high professional standards, ensure accountability, and support officers through training, certification, and public trust initiatives. Whether you’re a seasoned officer, new recruit, or simply interested in understanding how peace officer authority is defined and applied across California, this episode provides clear, essential insights straight from POST’s leadership. Connect and Learn More Brian Marvel Twitter: Instagram: / brianmarvel Facebook: / brian.r.marvel LinkedIn: / brianmarvel Ben Therriault Twitter: LinkedIn: / btherriault

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S8 E10 Who Is a Peace Officer?: Parsing Penal Code 830 with POST’s Manny Alvarez is an episode from On the Job with PORAC by PORAC.

This episode is 33:20 long.

This episode was published on Nov 13, 2025.

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