Minnesota § 626.8455 - TRAINING IN COMMUNITY POLICING
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 626.8455 — TRAINING IN COMMUNITY POLICING, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 626.8455. TRAINING IN COMMUNITY POLICING
Subdivision 1.Training course.
The board, in consultation with the Minnesota Institute of Community Policing, shall prepare a training course to instruct peace officers in the techniques of community policing. The course must include instruction on at least the following matters:
(1) techniques for expanding the training of peace officers to include problem-solving;
(2) techniques for organizing community members so that they are involved and trained in community policing activities;
(3) techniques for relating to diverse communities; and
(4) techniques for relating to individuals with physical or mental limitations.
The course also must include training on child development issues to enable officers to respond appropriately to perceived child protection situations. The board shall update the training course periodically as it deems appropriate.
Subd. 2.Preservice training requirement.
An individual is not eligible to take the peace officer licensing examination after August 1, 1997, unless the individual has received the training described in subdivision 1.
Subd. 3.Instructional materials.
The board shall provide to chief law enforcement officers instructional materials patterned after the materials developed by the board under subdivision 1. These materials must meet board requirements for continuing education credit.
History:
1996 c 411 s 1; 2013 c 62 s 30
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 626.8455
What does Minnesota Statutes § 626.8455 cover?
Section 626.8455 ("TRAINING IN COMMUNITY POLICING") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 626.8455?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 626.8455" (Minnesota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Minnesota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Minnesota attorney.
How does Minnesota § 626.8455 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Minnesota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Minnesota.