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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".06" citation="COMAR 12.04.08.06" title_num="12" subtitle_num="04" chapter_num="08" heading="Minimum Training Standards for Police Officers Involved in a No-Knock Warrant Service.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Prior to initial deployment in a no-knock warrant service operation a police officer shall successfully complete a Commission-approved no-knock warrant service course of study that includes:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>The purpose and intent of warrant service;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Tactical response theory and concepts;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Operational planning;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>Basic entry and search techniques;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(5)">
      <text>Crisis negotiation and de-escalation skills;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(6)">
      <text>Legal requirements;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(7)">
      <text>Problem solving situations in a scenario-based learning environment; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(8)">
      <text>Multi-agency, mutual aid warrant services procedures.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>A Commission-approved no-knock warrant service course shall include a minimum of 24 hours of instruction.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Successful completion of a no-knock warrant service course requires a police officer to obtain a minimum passing score of 80 percent in all classes.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>