Bill > H5673

This bill amends the existing law regarding police officer training standards by establishing an equivalency training certification program within the municipal police training academy. The new provision allows for certification of candidates who meet specific criteria: they must have worked full-time as a sworn law enforcement officer for at least one year, have received training comparable to the state's established standards, and have experienced no more than an eight-year break in their law enforcement service. This equivalency program provides a pathway for experienced law enforcement professionals to become certified without having to complete the full standard training program, potentially making it easier for officers who have prior experience to transition between law enforcement agencies or jurisdictions. The bill maintains the existing authority of the commission on standards and training to set minimum training standards while creating a more flexible mechanism for recognizing prior law enforcement experience and training.

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