Law Enforcement Officer
Safety Act (LEOSA) concealed weapons qualifications are provided
through CJSI-VA (DCJS #88-1503). Qualifications
are by appointment only. Call 757-872-4132 for more information.
Any student needing additional copies of
completion forms and certificates will be charged $10 per class.
At CJSI-VA, classroom instruction includes fingerprints and photo.
This will be completed during the class. Individuals not taking
class with us will be charged $10 for fingerprints and $10 for
photo. Call 757-872-4132 to set up an appointment.
Range fees are included in the cost of all firearms training.
Student firearm rentals are available for $5.00 per gun.
Any student wishing to qualify with more than one handgun will be
charged an additional $20 per handgun.
CJSI-VA can also train your personnel at your location for a nominal fee.
A minimum number of students and a minimum eight day notification
prior to the class is required.
Please contact us for details.
Schedule an appointment for fingerprints. Schedule an appointment at www.fieldprintvirginia.com or call 877-614-4364. DCJS will automatically be notified once you have been fingerprinted.
Additional On-line Applications
Those who will have access to a firearm must complete the requirements for a Firearms Endorsement. For more information: Firearms Endorsement
Individuals already registered with DCJS who wish to add categories to his/her current registration must:
Complete the requirements for an Additional Registration Category.
Successfully complete all initial training requirements for each additional registration category.
The Additional Registration Category list can be found at www.dcjs.virginia.gov/online.
Current registered individual who have lost their registration card may apply for a replacement one at www.dcjs.virginia.gov/online, and pay the applicable replacement fee.
Individuals convicted or found guilty of a felony or misdemeanor (not to include minor traffic violations) in Virginia or any other jurisdiction to include military court martial or currently under protective orders must submit a Criminal History Supplemental Form. For more information, view the Criminal History page)
Certain training exemptions may be granted for required training courses. Refer to the Regulations related to the area of interest to check the eligibility for a training exemption.
Private Security Services
Entry Level Training Exemption 6VAC20-174-190
In-service Training Exemption 6VAC20-174-200
Prior Firearms Training Exemption 6VAC20-174-350
NOTE: You may be eligible to waive a portion of your entry-level training if you have completed certain private security services training or if you are a qualified law enforcement officer.
Special Conservators of the Peace
Entry Level Training Exemption 6VAC20-230-230
In-service Training Exemption 6VAC20-230-240
Prior Firearms Training Exemption 6VAC20-230-250
Bail Bondsmen
Prior Firearms Training Exemption 6VAC20-250-200
Bail Enforcement Agents
Entry Level Training Exemption 6VAC20-260-150
In-service Training Exemption 6VAC20-260-160
Prior Firearms Training Exemption 6VAC20-260-170
Before a registration will be issued, individuals must complete all required training for each category of their registration.