What is the difference between “certified” and “grandfathered”?
A An officer is “certified” once he has completed POST Basic Training (at an accredited academy) and has passed the POST Statewide Exam for Peace Officers. A “grandfathered” officer was hired prior to January 1, 1986, is still employed, and has never experienced a five-year break in service. Grandfathered officers are exempt from the basic training requirement, but must meet all other POST requirements to maintain grandfathership. It should be noted that there is no grandfathership of reserve and/or part-time personnel, as State Law does not mandate their training.
