Firearms

BTA Weapon Replacement

If a weapon fails at the Basic Range and cannot be repaired, the officer can continue on with another weapon as long as it: Is produced by the same manufacturer and it utilizes the same operating system (DA/SA, DAO, etc.) as the duty weapon.  

Weapon Changing Procedures

I. Definitions

Duty Weapon: The weapon an officer qualifies with and carries while on duty.

II. Purpose

The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that officers who change weapons are properly qualified.

III. Procedures

A. Any change in an officer's duty firearms involving: a different manufacturer, a different model from the same manufacturer, or a change in firearm caliber: 

1. Officers must successfully complete a Commission qualification course of fire if they change their duty weapon.

2. Qualification must occur prior to the officer carrying the weapon on duty.

3. Weapon change information must be recorded in FCTMS along with qualification results.

Armorer Policy

Effective: September 19, 2012

MOTION 1209.07: Motion made by Commissioner Yarnell that a CFI and MI cannot armor weapons during any commission training event. Commissioner Schlechter seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous voice vote.

 Weapon Discharge Policy / Procedure (PDF)