Are Police Officers Certified?

Four states – California, Hawaii, New Jersey and Rhode Island do not decertify officers at the state level. In recent months, however, California, Illinois, New Jersey, Ohio and Michigan have proposed an occupational licensing system for police officers, including procedures for officer delicensing.

What certifications do police officers need?

Certifications for Police Officers

  • Intermediate & Advanced.
  • Supervisory & Management.
  • Arson Investigator.
  • Crime Scene Technician.
  • Narcotics Investigator.
  • Accident Reconstruction Specialist Certification.
  • Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) School.

Is there a country with no police?

Some of the countries listed, such as Iceland and Monaco, have no standing armies but still have a non-police military force. … The remaining countries are responsible for their own defense, and operate either without any armed forces, or with limited armed forces.


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