Paragraph 11B-35.001(3)(c), F.A.C.: Updates the rule language to change the terms and course titles from “firearms” to “handgun” instructor, instructor course, and instructor update course. Paragraph 11B-35.001(3)(e)-(f), ....

 

DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT

Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission

RULE NOS.:RULE TITLES:

11B-35.001General Training Programs; Requirements and Specifications

11B-35.0021Courses and Requirements for Basic Recruit Training, Advanced, Specialized and Instructor Training Requiring Proficiency Demonstration

11B-35.0024Student Performance in Commission-approved High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Courses, Instructor Training Courses, and Specialized and Advanced Training Program Courses Requiring Proficiency Demonstration.

11B-35.009Exemption from Basic Recruit Training

PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Paragraph 11B-35.001(3)(c), F.A.C.: Updates the rule language to change the terms and course titles from “firearms” to “handgun” instructor, instructor course, and instructor update course.

Paragraph 11B-35.001(3)(e)-(f), F.A.C.: Adds Patrol Rifle Instructor Certification and Shotgun Instructor Certification requirements for instructors who teach Commission-approved Basic Recruit, Advanced, Specialized, and Special Operations Forces Training Program Courses at a training school.

Paragraph 11B-35.001(11)(a), F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Training Report, form CJSTC-67, to change the rule reference and update where the original and/or copy of the form should be maintained.

Paragraph 11B-35.001(11)(b), F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Academy Physical Fitness Standards Report, form CJSTC-67A, to change the rule reference and specify that the original form should be maintained by the training school.

Paragraph 11B-35.0021(3)(a), F.A.C.: Renames the Firearms Instructor Course, number 801, and changes to the Handgun Instructor Course.

Paragraph 11B-35.0021(3)(e)-(f), F.A.C.: Adds Patrol Rifle Instructor Certification, form CJSTC-4R, and Shotgun Instructor Certification, form CJSTC-4S, as Commission-approved High-Liability Instructor Training Courses.

Subsection 11B-35.0021(7), F.A.C.: Updates the instructor applicant training requirements to include the topics of handgun, patrol rifle, and shotgun.

Paragraph 11B-35.0021(8)(a), F.A.C.: Updates the rule language to include changes from “firearms instructor” to “handgun instructor,” and the proposed addition of the rifle and shotgun instructor certifications, including the instruction of the Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Course, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Instructor Course, Patrol Rifle Operator Course, Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, Shotgun Operator Course, and the Shotgun Instructor Course.

Subsection 11B-35.0024(3), F.A.C.: Updates and changes the name of the Firearms Instructor Course to reflect Handgun Instructor Course; and adds Patrol Rifle Instructor Course and Shotgun Instructor proficiency demonstration requirements.

Subparagraph 11B-35.0024(3)(b)1., F.A.C.: Adds Advanced Defensive Tactics Course as a requirement for defensive tactics instructor students.

Subparagraph 11B-35.0024(3)(c)2., F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Handgun Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4, and removes the commercially produced B-21E or equivalent target reference from the rule language because it already exists within the form.

Paragraph 11B-35.0024(3)(d), F.A.C.: Updates the rule language to change from “Firearms” Instructor Course to “Handgun” Instructor Course.

Subparagraph 11B-35.0024(3)(d)1., F.A.C.: Updates and changes the name of the Firearms Instructor requirements to reflect Handgun Instructor requirements; and adds the following courses to the instructor student requirements: Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Course, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Instructor Course, Patrol Rifle Operator Course, Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, Shotgun Operator Course, and the Shotgun Instructor Course.

Subparagraph 11B-35.0024(3)(d)2., F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Firearms Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4I, and changes the form name to Handgun Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4H.

Paragraph 11B-35.0024(3)(i), F.A.C.: Adds Patrol Rifle Instructor Course and proficiency demonstration requirements and incorporates the new Patrol Rifle Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4R.

Paragraph 11B-35.0024(3)(j), F.A.C.: Adds Shotgun Instructor Course and proficiency demonstration requirements and incorporates the new Shotgun Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4S.

Paragraph 11B-35.0024(4)(q), F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Canine Team Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-83, to update the rule reference and where the original and/or copy of the form should be maintained.

Subparagraph 11B-35.0024(4)(r)2., F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Canine Team Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-20, to change the rule reference and update where the original and/or copy of the form should be maintained.

Subsection 11B-35.009(6), F.A.C.: Incorporates the revised Exemption-From-Training, form CJSTC-76, to update where the original and/or copy of the form should be maintained and change the Agency Requirements for agencies unable to enter information online through ATMS to contact FDLE/CJP Records Section for assistance.

Subsection 11B-35.009(7), F.A.C.: Updates the High-Liability Basic Recruit Training proficiency skills requirements to include “administering lethality assessments” pursuant to the Florida Legislature’s change to s. 741.29, F.S., during the 2024 Legislative Session as it relates to Equivalency of Training applicants; and incorporates the revised Exemption-From-Training Proficiency Demonstration, form CJSTC-76A, to indicate the original form will be maintained by the agency instead of FDLE.

SUMMARY: Revised Training Report, form CJSTC-67; Academy Physical Fitness Standards Report, form CJSTC-67A; Handgun Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4; Firearms Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4I; Handgun Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4H; Patrol Rifle Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4R; Shotgun Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4S; Canine Team Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-83; Canine Team Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-20; Exemption-From-Training, form CJSTC-76; Exemption-From-Training Proficiency Demonstration, form CJSTC-76A; and renamed Firearms Instructor Course, number 801; High-Liability Basic Recruit Training proficiency skills requirements to include “administering lethality assessments”; Commission-approved High-Liability Instructor Training Courses and requirements; Advanced Defensive Tactics Course; rifle and shotgun instructor certifications; instructor applicant training requirements; and “firearms” to “handgun” term changes.

SUMMARY OF STATEMENT OF ESTIMATED REGULATORY COSTS AND LEGISLATIVE RATIFICATION:

The Agency has determined that this will not have an adverse impact on small business or likely increase directly or indirectly regulatory costs in excess of $200,000 in the aggregate within one year after the implementation of the rule. A SERC has not been prepared by the Agency.

The Agency has determined that the proposed rule is not expected to require legislative ratification based on the statement of estimated regulatory costs or if no SERC is required, the information expressly relied upon and described herein: The Department’s economic analysis of the adverse impact or potential regulatory costs of the proposed rule did not exceed any of the criteria established in Section 120.541(2)(a), Florida Statutes.

Any person who wishes to provide information regarding a statement of estimated regulatory costs, or provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do so in writing within 21 days of this notice.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: 741.29(2), 943.03(4), 943.12(1), (2), 943.14(3), 943.17 FS.

LAW IMPLEMENTED: 741.29(2), 943.12, 943.12(5), 943.17, 943.131(2) FS.

IF REQUESTED WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS NOTICE, A HEARING WILL BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE SHOWN BELOW (IF NOT REQUESTED, THIS HEARING WILL NOT BE HELD):

DATE AND TIME: Friday, January 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Professionalism, 2331 Phillips Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32308.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: Joyce Gainous-Harris at [phone], or [e-mail], or write to Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Professionalism, 2331 Phillips Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32308. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).

THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE IS: Joyce Gainous-Harris at [phone], or [e-mail], or write to Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Professionalism, 2331 Phillips Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32308.

 

THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:

 

11B-35.001 General Training Programs; Requirements and Specifications.

(1) through (2) No change.

(3) Instructors who teach Commission-approved Basic Recruit, Advanced, Specialized, and Special Operations Forces Training Program Courses at a training school shall:

(a) through (b) No change.

(c) Be required to hold additional certifications for specified areas of instruction in Commission-approved courses pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C. Commission-certified handgun firearms instructors who instruct Basic Recruit Firearms courses on or after July 1, 2023, must have completed the Handgun Firearms Instructor Course (formerly Firearms Instructor Course), effective July 1, 2023, as a part of their initial handgun firearms instructor certification or have completed the Handgun Firearms Instructor Update Course, effective August 18, 2022. All Commission-certified handgun firearms instructors must have completed the Handgun Firearms Instructor Course, effective July 1, 2023, as a part of their initial handgun firearms instructor certification or have completed the Handgun Firearms Instructor Update Course, effective August 18, 2022, before June 30, 2024, or their handgun firearms instructor certification will be deactivated.

(d) No change.

(e) Be required to hold additional certifications for specified areas of instruction in Commission-approved courses pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C. Commission-certified patrol rifle instructors who instruct Patrol Rifle Operator courses or Patrol Rifle Instructor courses must be a Commission-certified handgun instructor and a Commission-certified patrol rifle instructor pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C.

(f) Be required to hold additional certifications for specified areas of instruction in Commission-approved courses pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C. Commission-certified shotgun instructors who instruct Shotgun Operator courses or Shotgun Instructor courses must be a Commission-certified handgun instructor and a Commission-certified shotgun instructor pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C.

(4) through (10) No change.

(11) Reporting requirements for Commission-approved Basic Recruit, Advanced, Specialized, and Special Operations Forces Training Program Courses are as follows:

(a) The training center director or designee shall determine the beginning and ending dates of each Basic Recruit Training Program and Special Operations Forces Training Program, and within thirty days following the class starting date shall forward a Training Report, form CJSTC-67, revised ________, effective ________ November 5, 2015, effective 9/2016, hereby incorporated by reference http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-07376, to Commission staff through the Commission’s Automated Training Management System (ATMS). Form CJSTC-67 can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone].

(b) Following the completion of a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, Advanced Training Program Course, Special Operations Forces Training Program, or Specialized Training Program Course outlined in subsection 11B-35.007(1), F.A.C., the training center director or designee shall, within thirty days of the program or course completion date, electronically transmit a completed Training Report form CJSTC-67, or transmit an updated CJSTC-67 form through the Commission’s ATMS. Submission of the Academy Physical Fitness Standards Report, form CJSTC-67A, revised ________, effective ________ August 4, 2016, effective 7/2017, hereby incorporated by reference http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-08440, is required for Law Enforcement, Correctional Probation, and Correctional Basic Recruit Training Programs within thirty days of the course completion. Submission of form CJSTC-67A is not required for the Law Enforcement Auxiliary and Cross-Over Basic Recruit Training Programs. Form CJSTC-67A can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone].

(c) No change.

(12) through (16) No change.

Rulemaking Authority 943.03(4), 943.12(1), (2), 943.17 FS. Law Implemented 943.12, 943.17 FS. History–New 12-13-92, Amended 8-7-94, 1-2-97, 7-7-99, 8-22-00, 7-29-01, 11-5-02, 11-30-04, 3-27-06, 3-21-07, 6-9-08, 9-28-09, 6-3-10, 5-21-12, 3-13-13, 5-29-14, 7-29-15, 9-4-16, 7-19-17, 8-15-18, 7-9-19, 5-5-20, 5-20-21, 6-23-22, 8-30-23, 6-20-24, ________.

 

11B-35.0021 Courses and Requirements for Basic Recruit Training, Advanced, Specialized, and Instructor Training Requiring Proficiency Demonstration.

(1) through (2) No change.

(3) High-Liability Instructor Training Courses:

(a) Handgun Firearms Instructor Course, number 801.

(b) through (d) No change.

(e) Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, form CJSTC-4R.

(f) Shotgun Instructor Course, form CJSTC-4S.

(4) through (6) no change.

(7) Applicants shall complete the training requirements set forth in subsections 11B-20.0014(2)-(3), F.A.C., to become certified by the Commission to instruct in the topics of handgun firearms, patrol rifle, shotgun, vehicle operations, defensive tactics, first aid, speed measurement, canine, diving, and breath test.

(8) Instructor to student ratios for instruction of proficiency skills in High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Program Courses, DUI Traffic Stops, High-Liability Instructor Training Courses, Specialized Instructor Courses, Advanced Training Program Courses, and Specialized Training Program Courses, requiring proficiency demonstration.

(a) For instruction of the Criminal Justice Firearms Course and Handgun Firearms Instructor Course, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Course, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Instructor Course, Patrol Rifle Operator Course, Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, Shotgun Operator Course, and Shotgun Instructor Course, there shall be no more than six students actively engaged on a firearms range for each Commission-certified handgun, rifle, or shotgun firearms instructor, as appropriate. While training is actively engaged, oOne rangemaster shall supervise all range activity and shall not be included as an instructor to comply with the instructor to student ratio requirements. Actively engaged is defined as “a student on the firing range handling a weapon.” For the Criminal Justice Firearms Course, Handgun Instructor Course, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Course, or Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Instructor Course, while training is actively engaged. tThe rangemaster shall be a Commission-certified handgun firearms instructor. For the Patrol Rifle Operator Course and Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, the rangemaster shall be a Commission-certified patrol rifle instructor. For the Shotgun Operator Course and Shotgun Instructor Course, the rangemaster shall be a Commission-certified shotgun instructor. and shall not be included as an instructor to comply with the instructor to student ratio requirements. Discretionary course of fire shall be conducted with a one-to-one instructor to student ratio. Actively engaged is defined as “a student on the firing range handling a weapon.”

(b) through (j) No change.

Rulemaking Authority 943.03(4), 943.12(1), (2), 943.14(3), 943.17 FS. Law Implemented 943.12(5), 943.17 FS. History–New 12-13-92, Amended 1-2-97, 7-7-99, 8-22-00, 7-29-01, 11-5-02, 11-30-04, 3-21-07, 6-9-08, 9-28-09, 3-13-13, 5-29-14, 7-29-15, 9-4-16, 7-19-17, 6-20-24,________.

 

11B-35.0024 Student Performance in Commission-approved High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Courses, Instructor Training Courses, and Specialized and Advanced Training Program Courses Requiring Proficiency Demonstration.

(1) through (2) No change.

(3)Successful completion and demonstration of proficiency skills is required for each of the following high-liability courses: Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics Course, Defensive Tactics Instructor Course, Criminal Justice Firearms Course, Handgun Firearms Instructor Course, Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, Shotgun Instructor Course, Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations Course, Vehicle Operations Instructor Course, First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers Course, and First Aid Instructor Course.

(a) No change.

(b) Defensive Tactics Instructor Course.

1. An instructor student shall complete the Defensive Tactics Instructor requirements pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C., to instruct the following courses: The Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics Course in a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, Advanced Defensive Tactics Course, or the Defensive Tactics Instructor Course.

2. No change.

(c) Criminal Justice Firearms Course.

1. No change.

2. A basic recruit student shall achieve a score of 80% on the required written end-of-course examination and demonstrate the required Handgun Proficiency Skills with a semi-automatic pistol, using a commercially produced B-21E or equivalent target. The results shall be recorded on the required Handgun Performance Evaluation form CJSTC-4, revised _____________, effective ________ August 18, 2022, effective 8/2023, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-15510. Form CJSTC-4 can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. Form CJSTC-4 shall be maintained in the student or course file.

(d) Handgun Firearms Instructor Course.

1. An instructor student shall complete the Handgun Firearms Instructor requirements pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C., to instruct the following courses: The Criminal Justice Firearms Course in a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Course, Single Officer Response to Active Threat and Shooter Incidents Instructor Course, Patrol Rifle Operator Course, Patrol Rifle Instructor Course, Shotgun Operator Course, Shotgun Instructor Course, or Handgun Firearms Instructor Course.

2. A handgun firearms instructor student shall achieve a score of no less than 85% on the required written end-of-course examination and demonstrate the required Handgun Proficiency Skills with a semi-automatic pistol, using a commercially produced B-21E or equivalent target. The results shall be recorded on the required Handgun Firearms Instructor Performance Evaluation form CJSTC-4H 4I, revised _______________, effective ________ created August 18, 2022, effective 8/2023, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-15511. Form CJSTC-4H 4I can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. A copy of the completed form CJSTC-4H 4I shall be provided to the student and the original form CJSTC-4H 4I shall be maintained in the student or course file.

(e) through (h) No change.

(i) Patrol Rifle Instructor Course.

1. An instructor student shall complete the Patrol Rifle Instructor requirements pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C., to instruct the following courses: Patrol Rifle Operator Course or Patrol Rifle Instructor Course.

2. A patrol rifle instructor student shall achieve a score of no less than 85% on the required written end-of-course examination and demonstrate the required Rifle Proficiency Skills with a patrol rifle. The results shall be recorded on the required Patrol Rifle Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4R, created ___________, effective __________, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____. Form CJSTC-4R can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. A copy of the completed form CJSTC-4R shall be provided to the student and the original form CJSTC-4R shall be maintained in the student or course file.

(j) Shotgun Instructor Course.

1. An instructor student shall complete the Shotgun Instructor requirements pursuant to Rule 11B-20.0014, F.A.C., to instruct the following courses: Shotgun Operator Course or Shotgun Instructor Course.

2. A shotgun instructor student shall achieve a score of no less than 85% on the required written end-of-course examination and demonstrate the required Shotgun Proficiency Skills with a shotgun. The results shall be recorded on the required Shotgun Instructor Performance Evaluation, form CJSTC-4S, created ___________, effective ________, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____. Form CJSTC-4S can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. A copy of the completed form CJSTC-4S shall be provided to the student and the original form CJSTC-4S shall be maintained in the student or course file.

(4) Successful completion and demonstration of proficiency skills is required for each of the following basic recruit, advanced, specialized instructor, or specialized training program courses: DUI Traffic Stops, Speed Measurement Course, Speed Measurement Instructor Course, Breath Test Instructor Course, Breath Test Instructor Renewal Course, Breath Test Instructor Course-Intoxilyzer 9000, Breath Test Instructor Renewal Course-Intoxilyzer 9000, Breath Test Operator Course, Breath Test Operator Renewal Course, Breath Test Operator Course-Intoxilyzer 9000, Breath Test Operator Renewal Course-Intoxilyzer 9000, Agency Inspector Course, Agency Inspector Renewal Course, Agency Inspector Course-Intoxilyzer 9000, Agency Inspector Renewal Course-Intoxilyzer 9000, Underwater Police Science and Technology course, Canine Team Training Course, and Canine Team Training Instructor Course.

(a) through (p) No change.

(q) Canine Team Training Course number 1198. A handler shall achieve a score of no less than 80% on the required written end-of-course examination and demonstrate the required proficiency skills at 100%, with the results recorded on the required Canine Team Performance Evaluation form CJSTC-83, revised ___________, effective _______ November 5, 2015, effective 9/2016, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-07386. Form CJSTC-83 can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet Address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. A copy of the completed form shall be provided to the student and the original maintained in the course file.

(r) Canine Team Training Instructor Course number 1199.

1. No change.

2. An instructor student shall achieve a score of no less than 85% on the required written end-of-course examination, demonstrate instruction of one classroom topic from the Canine Team Training Course number 1198, and demonstrate instructing field exercises in obedience, criminal apprehension, building search, area search, and tracking and trailing from the Canine Team Training Course number 1198, with the results recorded on the required performance evaluation form. A copy of the completed Canine Team Instructor Performance Evaluation form CJSTC-20, revised ___________, effective _______ August 13, 2020, effective 5/2021, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-13143, shall be provided to the student and the original form CJSTC-20 maintained in the instructor student course file. Form CJSTC-20 can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. A copy of the completed form shall be provided to the student and the original maintained in the course file.

(s) No change.

Rulemaking Authority 943.03(4), 943.12(1), (2) FS. Law Implemented 943.12, 943.17 FS. History–New 2-17-93, Amended 1-2-97, 7-7-99, 8-22-00, 7-29-01, 11-5-02, 11-30-04, 3-27-06, 3-21-07, 6-9-08, 9-28-09, 6-3-10, 3-13-13, 5-29-14, 7-29-15, 9-4-16, 7-19-17, 5-5-20, 5-20-21, 6-23-22, 8-30-23, 6-20-24, __________.

 

11B-35.009 Exemption from Basic Recruit Training.

(1) through (5) No change.

(6) Documentation requirements for out-of-state, federal, and inactive Florida Officers and special operations forces members. Upon verification of an individual’s request for exemption of training, pursuant to this rule section, an employing agency, training center, or Criminal Justice Selection Center shall submit to Commission staff a completed Exemption-From-Training, form CJSTC-76, revised ___________, effective _______ August 2, 2018, effective 7/2019, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-10754, for out-of-state, federal, and inactive Florida Officers and special operations forces members. Form CJSTC-76 can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. Supporting documentation verifying the individual’s compliance as a special operations forces member or with comparable basic recruit training and sworn criminal justice experience pursuant to this rule section shall be maintained on file by the employing agency, training center, or Criminal Justice Selection Center and submitted to Commission staff for review upon request. The agency shall be notified of the approval or denial of the requested exemption of certification in writing within 30 working days. Any appeal of denial of exemption is governed by Section 120.57, F.S.

(7) High-Liability Basic Recruit Training proficiency skills requirements for out-of-state, federal, or inactive Florida officers. Prior to applying for certification, an out-of-state or federal officer, or inactive Florida officer, who is exempt from completing a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training Program, pursuant to Section 943.131(2), F.S., shall demonstrate proficiency in the required High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Proficiency Skills of vehicle operations, firearms, defensive tactics, and first aid, pursuant to Rule 11B-35.0024, F.A.C., for the discipline for which certification is sought and for the law enforcement discipline, complete Commission-approved training in recognition of and response to head trauma and brain injury in a child under 6 years of age; identifying and investigating human trafficking; sexual assault investigations; administering lethality assessments; and elder abuse investigations. Such officers shall achieve a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination, pursuant to Rule 11B-30.0062, F.A.C., and paragraph 11B-30.008, F.A.C. Demonstration of proficiency in the required High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Proficiency Skills and passing the State Officer Certification Examination shall be completed within one year after notification of approval of the Exemption-From-Training form CJSTC-76. Individuals who do not complete the required demonstration of proficiency in the High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Proficiency Skills and achieve a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination within one year, are permitted to apply for another exemption from training, pursuant to Section 943.131(2), F.S., provided they meet the eligibility requirements outlined in Section 943.131(2), F.S. Upon demonstration of proficiency in the required High-Liability Basic Recruit Training Proficiency Skills, the training school shall complete an Exemption-From-Training Proficiency Demonstration, form CJSTC-76A, revised ___________, effective _______ August 2, 2018, effective 7/2019, hereby incorporated by reference https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-_____ https://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-10755, and provide a copy to the officer of form CJSTC-76A. Form CJSTC-76A can be obtained at the following FDLE Internet address: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Publications/Forms.aspx, or by contacting Commission staff at [phone]. The training center director or designee shall, within thirty days of course completion, electronically transmit a completed Training Report form CJSTC-67 through the Commission’s ATMS, or submit an updated form CJSTC-67.

(8) through (11) No change.

Rulemaking Authority 741.29(2), 943.03(4), 943.12(1), (2) FS. Law Implemented 741.29(2), 943.131(2) FS. History–New 1-2-97, Amended 7-7-99, 11-5-02, 11-30-04, 3-27-06, 3-21-07, 6-9-08, 5-21-12, 3-13-13, 5-29-14, 7-29-15, 9-4-16, 7-19-17, 8-15-18, 7-9-19, 5-5-20, 6-23-22, 6-20-24, _________.

 

NAME OF PERSON ORIGINATING PROPOSED RULE: Bureau Chief Glen Hopkins

NAME OF AGENCY HEAD WHO APPROVED THE PROPOSED RULE: Governor and Cabinet

DATE PROPOSED RULE APPROVED BY AGENCY HEAD: December 17, 2024

DATE NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT PUBLISHED IN FAR: November 4, 2024