6VAC20-250-200: Prior firearms training exemption

A. Persons having previous department-approved firearms training may be authorized credit for such training that meets or exceeds the compulsory minimum training standards for a firearm endorsement, provided such training has been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of application. Official documentation of the following must accompany the application for partial in-service training credit:

1. Completion of department-approved firearms training; and

2. Qualification at a Virginia criminal justice agency, academy or correctional department.

B. Individuals requesting a training exemption shall file an application furnished by the department and include the applicable, nonrefundable application fee. The department may issue a training exemption on the basis of individual qualifications as supported by required documentation.