400-05 Firearms Qualification and Control Flashcards
What is quarterly redress firearms training?
Individualized training sessions once every 3 months
What is the requirements for off duty officers not working police related EJs for carrying a revolver:
Double action, .38 or larger between 2 and 4 inch barrel
What is the requirements for off duty officers not working police related EJs for carrying a semiautomatic:
.380 or larger at least 2 inch barrel
What is the minimum ammo capacity for off duty/back up guns?
5 rounds
May an officer open carry an off-duty weapon?
No, regardless of LTC or law
What are the limitations of carrying a back up weapon when considering carrying primary weapons?
Back up weapons will not be carried alone and the officer must always have their primary equipped to have a back up
What are the specifications required for a back up gun/
.22 or larger (no .25) barrel between 2 and 4 inches/ Revolver must be double action
How shall officers get permission to carry an unapproved shotgun?
Submit request in writing to COP
What is the length requirements for AR-15 rifles and SBRs?
16-20, no more than 26 overall. SBRs 10-16
What are the additional requirements for possession a approved SBR?
Completes federal paperwork, registers with training division, keeps copy of paperwork and stamp in his possession at all times
What is the approved ammo for AR-15s?
.223 caliber 55 grain soft point
What are the requirements for electronic optical sights on an AR-15?
No magnification and quick release return to zero mount
What are the scenarios officers may deploy a carbine?
Suspect has rifle/shotgun or assault rifle, suspect has body armor, suspects employs measures that place officer at tactical disadvantage or Special Threat
What type of Ammo is prohibited except as allowed by COP?
AP, Tracer, Glaser Safety Slug, Rat Shot, Frangible
What are the requirements for grips for weapons?
Black or brown made of wood, plastic, metal or rubber, no extra logos
How long to officers have to return an old holster when replacing it?
2 days
After receiving a new holster how long does an officer have to qualify before returning the new holster?
14 days
Are non specialized divisions allowed to use laser sights?
no
Who can carry weapons not listed on Attachment A primary weapons list?
Anyone who was a cadet before class 170 and continuously registered it before Sep 1, 1997.
What is the barrel length requirements for primary weapons?
3-4 inches
What may an officer do if an approved weapon registered before Sep 1, 1997 is lost or stolen or non-repairable?
Replace with identical weapon, if none available must replace with Attachment A primary weapon
How shall plainclothes officers carry their firearm?
Not exposed to public view
What are the exceptions for plain clothes officers carrying their firearms in open view?
During tac operations, raids, warrants, on police property
What shall armed officers who want to enter the sterile side of the airport do?
Notify proper authorities, provide credentials and comply with their decisions
When may officers carry a firearm on an airplane?
To ensure safe completion of law enforcement mission
What training must be done before an armed officer is allowed to fly?
Complete LEO Flying Armed Class
Who must be notified of an armed officer flying and who is the notifier?
NLETS must message TSA on both directions of the flight
What is the minimum time allowed to notify the Office of the COP for permission to fly armed?
48 hours
Who within the department must be notified once the COP allows an officer to fly armed?
ECD
What important is included in a reply from TSA regarding allowed armed officers to fly?
Unique 8 digit alphanumeric identifier
Who may act in the COPs stead when time is limited in regards to authorizing an armed officer to fly?
AC of Criminal Investigations Command
What are the guidelines in carrying a “modular” firearms?
Only approved to carry the current configuration you qualified with
Are mobile phones allowed on the range?
No
How many rounds of ammo may the range give an officer to attempt to qualify?
120
What is the minimum passing score to carry a weapon?
75
What is the range score for qualified?
75-79.8
What is range score for marksman?
80-84.8
What is the range score for sharpshooter?
85-94.8
What is the range score for expert?
95-98.8
What is the range score for Distinguished expert?
99-100
If a shooting medal is broken/lost or earned a new one where shall the officer go to get the new one?
Academy Firearms range
What is the exception to replacing or earning a new shooting medal?
Distinguished expert, officer may retain for the rest of their career
Are officers required to carry qualification cards on their person?
No
When is the officer considered to have failed primary weapon qualification?
Failed to qualify before last day of birth month or 3 failures at attempts to qualify
When must an employee notify their commander when they have fully failed the primary weapon qualification?
Next business day
What happens when an officer fails to pass their primary weapons qualification by the last day of their birth month?
Not allowed to work assignment or EJs until they qualify
What is officers fail their primary weapons qualification 3 times?
Must attend 4 hour firearms redress course AND take quarterly redress training until next yearly qualification
What if officers fail their primary weapons qualification AFTER attending the 4 hour firearms redress?
attend a 16 hour course
What if officers fail their primary weapons qualification after the 16 hour firearms redress course?
Notification to COP to determine next action
What are the supervisor’s responsibilities after being notified of an officer fully failing their primary weapons qualification?
Ensure employee is not in duty where being armed is needed, ensure no police related EJs are taken until they pass firearms
What shall an officer do they if they have a legitimate reason they did not qualify during their birth month?
Notify division commander
Who shall commanders notify if one of their employees has a legitimate reason not to qualify?
Training division
Who shall commanders or above notify if they have a legitimate reason not to qualify?
Their immediate supervisors
What are the rules/time frame for qualifying with firearms after returning from legitimate excuse?
ASAP but MUST be within 30 days. If they work 1 day of normal duty in that 30 days then they must qualify
What are the extension rules for qualification?
Cannot work where being armed is required and cannot work police EJs
Who notifies the training division if an officer is unable to qualify due to physical disability?
Commander of that officer
What are the requirements for an officer to eligible for a loan of a firearm
Primary is temporarily inoperable and being repaired, primary has been stolen, primary taken as an investigation
When is a letter not required to receive a loaner weapon?
Primary weapon is taken as part of a investigation
How long shall a loaner weapon be loaned for without an additional letter?
30 days
What is the request/notification process for officers receiving a loaner weapon?
Submit request through officers’ commander to commander of training division
What are the guidelines for retired officers to qualify to carry their firearms?
proficiency testing every 2 years, testing consistent with normal requirements for retired testing, testing provided at no cost, certification provided for completion
