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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 Training Academies and Programs

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Recognition of Prior Basic Training & Experience Program

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MCOLES Recognition of Prior Training & Experience Program (RPTEP)

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Licensing Eligibility & Applicant Documentation

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Eligibility for Licensing as a Law Enforcement Officer and Applicant Documentation

Licensing Standards & Policy and Procedures Manual

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Licensing Standards & Policy and Procedures Manual

In-Service Training Resources & Standards

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MCOLES In-Service Training Standards & Resources

Active Duty Firearms Standard

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MCOLES Active Duty Firearms Standard

Audio Visual Recording Standard

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Audio Visual Recording of Custodial Interrogations - Public Act 479 of 2012

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Licensing Eligibility Extension Requests

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Licensing Eligibility Extension Requests

Law Enforcement Officer Manual & Model Policy for Domestic Violence and Response to Sexual Assault

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Law Enforcement Officer Manual & Model Policy for Domestic Violence and Response to Sexual Assault

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Employment & Training History Requests

PA 166 of 2022 Public Safety Grant Programs

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Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA)

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Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA)

LEOSA Training Schedule

Licensed Private Security Police Officers

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Public Act 330

Public Safety Officer Benefit Act

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Public Act 46 of 2004

Michigan's Speed Measurement Standards

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Michigan's Speed Measurement Standards

Licensing Railroad Police Officers

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Commissioning and Licensing Railroad Police Officers

Railroad Emergency Contact Info

Police Officer & Firefighter Survivor Tuition Act

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Public Act 195 of 1966

Continuing Professional Education

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MCOLES Information and Tracking Network (MITN)

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MITN Operator Training

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MITN Operator Training Classes and Information

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Agency Assessment Process

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Justice Training Fund

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Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards

Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards

Serving the citizens of Michigan through the promotion of public safety since 1965.

Law Enforcement Agencies: During this time of limited staff availability, you may scan and email employment transactions to MSP-MCOLES-Licensing@michigan.gov.

927 Centennial Way
Lansing, Michigan 48913

Email: MSP-MCOLES@michigan.gov
Phone: 517-636-7864
Executive Section FAX: 517-636-4774

Licensing Email: MSP-MCOLES-Licensing@michigan.gov
MITN Help Desk: 517-636-7867
Licensing FAX: 517-636-7886

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MCOLES Pre-Enrollment & Licensing Test Information

MITN Operator Training Classes

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Recognition of Prior Basic Training and Experience (RPTE) Program

Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA)

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Commission Information

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MCOLES Offered Training Opportunities

Pursuant to section 238 of PA 166 of 2022, the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards posts this notice that it has adopted a hybrid policy that includes in-person, remote, and alternative work arrangements. The department or agency has the authority to assign and schedule its employees and determine their work location. This policy also provides for work options contingent upon the operational needs of the department or agency. Approval is at the discretion of the department or agency and can be changed or rescinded based upon operational needs. The policy includes which positions may qualify for a work option, how to request one and the requirements necessary for approval.