The commissioner, with the approval of the board, is authorized to divide the state into districts or divisions as may be necessary for the purpose of effectually patrolling the public roads and highways of the state and of the counties thereof and for combating, detecting, and preventing crime. History. — Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 11; Ga. L. 1946, p. 39, § 3. 45 35-2-40 35-2-39. Provision of barracks and quarters for officers and troopers of Uniform Division. The commissioner is authorized, with the approval of the board, to provide comfortable barracks and quarters for the officers and troopers of the Uniform Division. History. — Ga. L. 1937, p. 322, art. 2, § 11; Ga. L. 1946, p. 39, § 3.