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Frequently Asked Questions

If I am no longer employed as a law enforcement officer, how long do I have before my license will lapse?
Licensed for less than 1 year = 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 5 years = 18 months
More than 5 years = 2 years

My license has lapsed. What do I need to do?
Information on the Recognition of Prior Training and Experience program is on our Web site at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229--148071--,00.html.

I am a law enforcement officer in another state and would like to move to Michigan. What do I need to do?
Information on the Recognition of Prior Training and Experience program is on our Web site at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229--148071--,00.html.

How long are my reading and writing test scores good for?
Test scores do not expire as long as you took the exam after November 1, 1999; otherwise you will need to retake the exam.

How can I get a copy of my reading and writing test scores?
Contact PBS at 1-877-422-4092.

How to I register to take the reading and writing test?
Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229--147712--,00.html.

Is there study material for the reading and writing test?
There is a test overview on the PBS Web site at http://www.pbstesting.com/account_setup_overview.aspx

How do I register to take the physical fitness test?
Register on-line at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229--147713--,00.html.

What does the physical fitness test consist of?
The performance listing is located on our Web site at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229--147713--,00.html.

Where can I take a CCW class?
Agencies that offer the course are listed on our Web site at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229--148857--,00.html, or contact your local NRA Chapter.

How do I become a Private Investigator?
Contact the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth at 517-241-9243.

How do I become a Private Security Police Officer?
Information to become a Private Security Police Officer is on our Web site at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229-41626_42413---,00.html.

Where can I find information on domestic violence?
Information on Domestic Violence is on our Web site at www.michigan.gov/mcoles/0,1607,7-229-41626_42409---,00.html.


 

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