TCOLE

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

is the state agency that grants peace officer, county jailer,

and public security officer licenses in the State of Texas.



Civilian (non-licensed)

There are 4 requirements to become a Texas peace officer:

1. Meet the minimum standards

• Minimum Standards

   2.  Successful completion of the basic licensing course

   3.  Passing of the state licensing examination

   4.  Appointment by a law enforcement agency

Out of State Officers

In order to become licensed as a peace officer in Texas, you must:

1. Meet the minimum standards

• Minimum Standards

   2.  Approval of the initial eligibility form

   3.  Successful completion of the Texas Supplemental Peace           Officer course (1018)

   4.  Successful completion of the TCOLE Rules Overview                   (1305)

   5.  Approval of the exam application, and receive                                 endorsement from TCOLE

   6.  Passing of the state licensing examination; and

   7.  Appointment by a law enforcement agency within two                 years from the date of your passed examination