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Retired/Former MCSO Law Enforcement Officer Resources

Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act

The Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) authorizes qualified retired/former law enforcement officers to carry a concealed firearm under certain conditions.  It is the sole responsibility of the qualified retired/former law enforcement officer to be familiar with and follow all related local, state, and federal firearm laws. 

To receive a LEOSA Certification Card, a qualified retired/former MCSO law enforcement officer must complete the following forms and pay $20.  

 

  • LEOSA Application (includes background questionnaire)
    • Renewal applications should be submitted 30-60 days before expiration.
    • Individuals must qualify with each firearm listed on their application. 

Individuals are not required to complete their firearms qualification at this agency.  They may complete the WI State-approved handgun qualification at any approved institution and provide the WI-mandated qualification form with the application, or mail or deliver in person all qualification forms (if qualifying at another approved institution) to:

Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Training Academy
Attn: Rangemaster
9225 South 68th Street
Franklin, WI 53132

Individuals who wish to complete their qualification at the MCSO Training Academy must schedule an appointment for range time and pay an additional $40 for each session. They must complete this additional form (in person at front desk):

 Only qualified retired/former MCSO law enforcement officers may schedule range time. Once you have submitted your application, please call (414) 525-5715 to schedule qualification.

Range Schedule

  • Tuesday, March 17, 2026

  • Monday, April 20, 2026

  • Tuesday, May 19, 2026

  • Tuesday, June 16, 2026

  • Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Qualified retired/former law enforcement officers will be notified by email of the status of their application for certification. The applicant is responsible for understanding all content contained within the Law Enforcement Safety Act, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Safety Act Certification Policy and Certification Procedure, and Relevant Statutes pertaining to the carrying and use of firearms.

 

Retired/Former MCSO ID cards

Qualified retired/former MCSO law enforcement officers (LEO) can request a duplicate ID card by completing this request form:

This can be submitted digitally or printed and mailed to:

Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Training Academy
Attn: ID cards
9225 South 68th Street
Franklin, WI 53132

Requestors will be contacted for a photo session if needed and will be notified of their request status within 30 days of submission.  Please refer to the Certification Policy for further information.