This is the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) mandated Texas State & Federal Law Update #3189 (TCOLE) online training course for Texas Peace Officers.

This 89th Legislative Update Course provides 6 hours of TCOLE continuing education credit. Designed to meet the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement’s requirements, this course delivers a comprehensive review of key legislative changes from the 89th Texas Legislature as well as significant U.S. Supreme Court and 5th Circuit Court of Appeals decisions that directly impact law enforcement practice.
 
In addition to state-level statutory updates, the course highlights two critical decisions from the 6th and 7th U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, providing officers with a broader understanding of national case law trends. Participants will also examine the latest TCOLE Rule changes, ensuring compliance with evolving professional standards.
 
Course content is presented through a structured review of statutes, policy changes, and case law applications affecting law enforcement officers across Texas. For each major case discussed, OSS provides access to the full court opinion for download and future reference, allowing students to deepen their understanding beyond the classroom.
 
Key Topics Include:
. Legislative updates affecting the Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Health & Safety Code, and Transportation Code
. Case law developments from the U.S. Supreme Court, 5th Circuit, and other federal courts
. Updates on school safety, TCOLE rules and certification, and criminal procedure changes
. Emerging issues including organized retail theft, trafficking, electronic crimes, and new public safety mandates
. House Bill 718’s statewide shift from paper tags to metal license plates, along with criminal penalties for misuse

This course equips Texas peace officers, jailers, and other law enforcement professionals with the critical legal knowledge needed to stay current, protect themselves and their agencies from liability, and uphold the law with confidence.

Please note, the entire course, final exam(s), and course evaluation(s) must be completed in order to receive six (6) hours of course credit.

TCOLE Reporting

OSS Academy® typically reports 4 to 5 times each week [excluding U.S. Federal holidays]. We report your credit directly through TCLEDDS to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement [TCOLE]. You should have already provided your full and correct name, TCOLE PID number, and other important information when registering for your account. If not, once logged in, go to Edit Profile to update your information.

Should you have any questions, simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®.  

OSS Academy® courses are recognized by more Peace Officer Standards and Training boards and correctional associations than any other online training provider.

Our courses are designed by Subject Matter Experts who are nationally recognized and licensed instructors. Many of our experts testify in law enforcement, corrections, and security related defense cases throughout the U.S.

Our curriculum meets or exceeds state course objective requirements.

For more information, visit OSS - Law Enforcement Advisors® or OSS Academy® online or simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®.