Section 1720.330  Waiver

a)         The Board may issue a waiver on a case by case basis stating that an officer has previously received training and experience that is substantially equal to that provided in the Course. 

b)         A waiver may be issued only upon the presentation of documentation to the Board evidencing that, at the time of application, the individual seeking the waiver: 

1)         Is currently employed full-time as a law enforcement officer in Illinois;

2)         Has at least 3 years of experience as a full-time law enforcement officer;

3)         Has completed formal training regarding death and homicide investigations; and

4)         Has substantial experience in a supervisory or leadership role in homicide investigations.

c)         Only a duly authorized representative of the law enforcement agency may request a waiver for its officers. 

d)         The agency seeking a waiver must apply on a form prescribed by the Board.  The form shall require disclosure of all information requested by the Board regarding applicant, including, but not limited to, applicant's training, experience and background.

e)         Any information requested by the Board and submitted by the applicant shall be considered confidential and shall not be utilized for any purpose other than that described in this Section. 

f)         All waiver decisions by the Board are final.

(Source:  Added at 35 Ill. Reg. 21047, effective January 1, 2012)