Baton Permits now EXPIRE!
STARTING 01/01/2024, ALL BATON PERMITS WILL EXPIRE ACCORDING TO AB2515
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Know your EXPIRATION Date.
Log in to BREEZE and look up your Baton Permit, it will list your expiration date. Click HERE. BSIS is mailing out renewal notices to your address on record. Claiming you did not get a notice is not valid excuse.
Baton Permit RENEWAL
BPC Section 755.9 requires you to take Baton refresher training within six months BEFORE you expire. Please sign up and register for BREEZE so you can file your renewals online and save weeks in time.
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Please check our SCHEDULE for training dates for Baton Renewal. No Appointment is required; show up!
BSIS BATON PERMIT RENEWAL
Class Fee: Cash only, as listed on the schedule. Fees may vary by location. See below for more details on expenses (If applicable i.e. Application fee and fingerprinting Fee).
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Total Hours: 8 Hours.
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Date / Time & Location: As listed on the schedule.
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Documents to Bring: Valid, Govt. issued picture ID. Bring a Valid Guard Card and existing Baton Permit.
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Dress Code: Business Casual. A shirt/top, with pants/jeans/dress are preferred. No shorts, No Tank Tops, No Crop Tops, No Spaghetti Tops, No Low Cut Tops, No short or mini dresses. Women must wear supportive brassieres for Defensive Tactics. Shoes or boots closed-toe and heels covered. No open-toe footwear. No Uniforms, Patches, Shields, or Badges for Police or Security. Bring a jacket as it can get cold.
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Additional items to Bring: Working pen and notebook. Bring a packed lunch for yourself. Eye and Ear protection. Bring your duty belt and Baton. DO NOT BRING A GUN.
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Before Coming to Class:
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Set up an online BREEZE account so you may save weeks on processing time.
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Follow the Steps HERE to Register. Info to complete the online app will be given in class which will be unique for your app.
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Download the Student Manual HERE.
RENEWAL Application for Baton Permit
After completing and passing the Baton Refresher Course, you will receive a certificate and renewal application in class.
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The renewal Application fee for a Baton permit to the State is $40.
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File renewal with the bureau at least 60 days before the permit’s expiration.
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Starting Jan. 1st, 2024, all Baton permits will expire in 2 years from the date of issue.
Applications will be completed in class and will be ready for submission with details.
Additional Information:
Total Cost for the renewal?
In addition to this course, you will require the below.
$40 BSIS Application Fee (paid directly to BSIS)​
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How long will it take to get my Baton Permit RENEWAL from the state after completing all requirements?
It varies from person to person. However, you can check the current
AVERAGE PROCESSING TIMELINE HERE
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Is there a written test?
Yes. The written examination contains 24 questions, with each question worth one point. To receive a passing score, students must obtain a minimum score of 20 points AND correctly identify the vital areas of the body to be avoided.
Does the Baton Permit expire?
YES. Starting 01/01/2024 Baton Permits expire. Baton Permits are valid for two years. The expiration date is printed on all new and renewed cards.
If I completed PC 832, do I still have to take this course?
Yes. PC Section 832 training is not accepted by BSIS and cannot be used as a substitute.
Will this class teach any hands-on tactics like handcuffing?
Class covers hands-on Baton techniques and tactics. Defense Academy offers Handcuffing techniques & tactics by offering a specific class.
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