The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) has statutory responsibilities assigned under two Michigan laws. Public Act 203 of 1965, requires that the Commission prepare and publish mandatory minimum recruitment, selection and training standards for entry-level law enforcement officers in the state of Michigan. Act 203 also requires the Commission to define categories and clas
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Law Enforcement Agencies: During this time of limited staff availability, you may scan and email employment transactions to MSP-MCOLES-Licensing@michigan.gov.
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Lansing, Michigan 48913
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