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SUMMARY:Pistol Micro Red Dot (MRDS)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T080000
URL;VALUE=URI:https://connect.huttotx.gov/u/245e12bbb3
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T170000
LOCATION:401 West Front Street\, Hutto\, TX\, USA
DESCRIPTION:\nMRDS refers to the training and standards set by the Texas Co
 mmission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) for peace officers carrying firearms e
 quipped with a Miniaturized Red Dot System (MRDS). The use of these optica
 l sights on duty pistols is authorized only after an officer has completed
  a TCOLE-approved course.\n\nRequirements for carrying an MRDS:\n\nWhile s
 pecific course standards are determined by TCOLE\, Hutto Police Department
  policy outlines requirements and expectations\, which are consistent with
  TCOLE rules.\n\n- TCOLE-approved course: Officers must successfully compl
 ete a TCOLE-approved training course specifically for the use of a duty pi
 stol MRDS.\n- Demonstrated proficiency: Officers must be able to show prof
 iciency with both the MRDS and the weapon's backup iron sights during pist
 ol qualification courses.\n- Approved firearm: Only factory pistols design
 ed to accept pistol-mounted optics are authorized for duty. Aftermarket mi
 lling of slides is prohibited.\n- Approved MRDS models: Officers may only 
 use specific manufacturer/model MRDS sighting systems that have been appro
 ved for duty.\n- Backup iron sights: The duty pistol must be equipped with
  backup iron sights that can be used in the event of an optic or battery f
 ailure.\n\nRed dot systems are becoming more common in law enforcement\, a
 nd training ensures officers can effectively use and transition between si
 ghting systems under various conditions. Training covers not only marksman
 ship but also troubleshooting potential equipment failures in the field. T
 he training requirement ensures that officers can maintain a high standard
  of firearm proficiency while using new technology\, upholding the safety 
 and effectiveness standards mandated by TCOLE.
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