Officers are typically required to undergo re-certification every 3 years to ensure that they remain proficient in administering SFSTs and are up to date with any changes in procedures or laws.
Continuing education helps officers stay informed about any updates to SFST protocols, changes in legal standards, or advancements in testing technology, ensuring they can effectively perform their duties.
Continuing education for SFST-certified officers primarily focuses on keeping them updated on impaired driving laws, new research, and advancements in field sobriety testing to ensure proper and legally compliant procedures are followed.
If an officer fails to complete re-certification, their certification to administer SFSTs may expire, meaning they will no longer be authorized to perform these tests until they complete the necessary re-certification process.
Continuing education ensures that officers remain accurate and effective in administering SFSTs, which directly contributes to their ability to present reliable evidence in court and increases the likelihood that DUI cases will succeed.
