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    Reinstatement of Certification

    Individuals who were​ decertified by the Commission are eligible for consideration for reinstatement of certification.

    Applying for reinstatement

    Act 165 of 2012 requires MPOETC to develop standards and guidelines to govern the reinstatement of municipal police officers and certified school instructors who have had their certification suspended or revoked. This policy and procedure is outlined in Consideration for Reinstatement of Certification [45 Pa.B. 5502].

    Previously certified officers and instructors seeking reinstatement should fill out the Application for Reconsideration of Certification.

    All applications for consideration for reinstatement of certification shall be notarized and accompanied by the appropriate background checks, written conditional offer of employment, and any supplemental documentation.

    The completed, notarized form and accompanying documents should be sent by certified mail to:

    MPOETC Executive Director
    8002 Bretz Drive
    Harrisburg, PA 17112-9748