§ 431.44. Requirements.
(a) A constable who meets the eligibility criteria of § 431.42 (relating to eligibility for firearms qualification) shall attain the following to obtain firearms qualification:
(1) Attend training scheduled by the Board, except for topics specifically waived by the Board under this chapter.
(2) Attain a passing score as established by the Board on each written examination.
(3) Demonstrate proficiency in each examination of practical skills, using the same firearm and the same or comparable ammunition that the constable will carry in the performance of duties during the upcoming year.
(b) A constable who fails to attain a passing score on a written examination or course-of-fire may undergo one retest of the applicable written examination or practical skill proficiency examination.
(c) A constable who fails to attain a passing score in a retest of a written examination or practical skill proficiency examination shall attend a second firearms qualification course in its entirety and complete it successfully to obtain a firearms qualification. The constable shall bear financial responsibility for the second firearms qualification course.
(d) A constable who fails two successive firearms qualification courses will not be afforded an opportunity to attend a third course.
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