I think some of the discussions about 30.06 prove beyond a doubt that some police need instruction on the law more than anyone.R_Comstock wrote:As for what I would like to see changed, I would like to see an exception to a portion of the class for ALL LEOs, including us military guys. Perhaps allow the refresher course in lieu of the full certification course. Since a large portion of the class is spent on firearms safety and use of force, I don't see why we can't have a shorter class that just covers the state laws and requirements for those of us who have had safety and UOF stuffed down our throats for years.
As far as the military, there's a big difference between military gun handling and civilian concealed carry, even for Infantry. And if we're talking about Armor, Signal Corps, Quartermaster Corps, or Public Affairs, the average Texan with a hunting license probably has at least as good small arms knowledge and skills and safe handling experience. When it comes to the Texas laws on weapons (Ch 46) and force (Ch 9) and other civilian laws, there's no reason to think military experience is any benefit. In fact, the military and civilian rules of engagement are so different, maybe additional training should be required for military.
Or drop the classroom requirement and have a randomized written test and a standardized practical test for everyone. If you pass you get your license after the background check. If you fail you have to take the class and wait 30 days before you're allowed to retake the exam.
Or drop all of it and go to 2A carry laws.