Terms and Conditions

 

Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Pistol Safety Training Course (MCL 28.425j Compliant)

  1. Statutory Basis

This pistol safety training course is conducted in accordance with MCL 28.425j, which requires completion of a certified training course prior to application for a Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL).

  1. Instructor Certification

This course is taught by a certified pistol safety training instructor as defined under MCL 28.425j(1).

Instructor certification documentation is available for inspection upon request.

  1. Course Content (MCL 28.425j Requirements)

The course includes all instruction required by MCL 28.425j, including but not limited to:

Safe storage, use, and handling of pistols

Ammunition knowledge and safe use

Pistol shooting fundamentals

Firearms and self-defense laws of the State of Michigan

Legal use of force and civil/criminal liability

Avoiding criminal attack and controlling violent confrontations

Proper interaction with law enforcement

  1. Live-Fire Requirement

Participants must successfully complete a minimum of 3 hours of instruction, including at least 1 hour of range time and live-fire shooting, as required by MCL 28.425j(1).

Participants must fire a minimum of 30 rounds during live-fire training.

Safe firearm handling must be demonstrated at all times.

  1. Attendance and Completion

Full attendance is mandatory. Partial attendance does not satisfy MCL 28.425j requirements.

Participants must:

Attend the full classroom and range portions

Safely handle a pistol

Meet minimum proficiency standards established by the instructor

Failure to meet these requirements will result in no certificate being issued.

  1. Eligibility Acknowledgment

By enrolling, the participant affirms that:

They are not prohibited under Michigan or federal law from possessing a firearm

They understand that completion of this course does not guarantee issuance of a CPL

Final CPL approval is determined solely by the county concealed weapon licensing board

  1. Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion, the participant will be issued a certificate of completion consistent with MCL 28.425j(1).

The certificate confirms that statutory training requirements have been met.

Duplicate or replacement certificates may be subject to an administrative fee.

  1. Safety Rules and Conduct

Firearms must remain unloaded in the classroom unless directed by the instructor.

Ammunition is prohibited in the classroom.

Eye and ear protection are required during range firing.

The instructor may immediately remove any participant who acts unsafely or disruptively.

Removal for safety violations results in forfeiture of course fees.

  1. Assumption of Risk

The participant acknowledges that pistol training involves inherent risks, including serious bodily injury or death.

Participation is voluntary, and the participant knowingly assumes all risks associated with firearms training and live-fire exercises.

  1. Release and Waiver of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Michigan law, the participant agrees to release and hold harmless:

The certified instructor

The training organization

The shooting range and property owners from any claims arising from participation, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

  1. No Legal Advice Disclaimer

Instruction on Michigan firearms law is educational and intended to satisfy statutory training requirements.

The instructor does not provide legal advice.

Participants are responsible for remaining informed of changes to Michigan and federal law.

  1. Payment, Refunds, and Rescheduling

Payment is required prior to course participation.

No refunds for:

Failure to attend

Failure to complete the course

Removal due to unsafe behavior

Rescheduling is at the sole discretion of the instructor.

  1. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, including MCL 28.425j.

  1. Acknowledgment

By enrolling in or attending this pistol safety training course, the participant acknowledges that they have read, understand, and agree to these Terms and Conditions and affirm compliance with MCL 28.425j requirements.