Peace officers.
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No
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Overview
This bill amends California law to remove a requirement for the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training to approve and adopt a modern policing degree program developed by the California Community Colleges. The bill allows for the continued development of such a program, focusing on relevant coursework and accommodating prior experience, including military experience, while also addressing financial assistance for historically underserved students.
Key provisions
- Repeals the requirement for the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training to approve a modern policing degree program.
- Requires the California Community Colleges Chancellor to develop a plan for implementing a modern policing degree program.
- Specifies coursework relevant to law enforcement, including psychology, communications, and ethnic studies.
- Allows for consideration of prior law enforcement, military, or postsecondary education experience for employment eligibility.
- Outlines criteria for granting allowances for prior experience, including considerations for military specializations and disciplinary actions.
- Requires the program to include both a modern policing degree and a bachelor’s degree.
- Includes recommendations for financial assistance for disadvantaged students.
- Mandates the report to the Legislature comply with Government Code Section 9795.
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