Peace officers licensed on or after January 1, 2018 must complete which course within 2 years?

Peace officers licensed on or after January 1, 2018, are required to complete the Civilian Interaction Training Program within two years of their licensing. This training is designed to enhance officers' ability to interact effectively and respectfully with the public. It focuses on developing communication skills, understanding community dynamics, and recognizing the importance of building positive relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. By mandating this training, the system aims to promote better community relations and reduce tensions during encounters, ultimately leading to more effective policing and improved public trust.

The other training options, while important in their own right, do not have the same statutory requirement for peace officers licensed after this date. Crisis intervention training and training for dealing with deaf and hard of hearing drivers are vital for specific situations but are not required within the two-year timeframe. Advanced firearms training, although essential for officer safety, does not specifically address the broader community engagement focus that the Civilian Interaction Training Program aims to achieve.