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NM CCW Qualification Course of Fire

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Section 10.8.2.15, B of the Final Rules states, "...An applicant or licensee shall demonstrate competency in the safe use of each category and caliber of handgun for which he or she seeks certification by firing the handgun with live ammunition at a target no larger than 12 inches wide and 18 inches high. An applicant or licensee shall fire 15 rounds from three yards and 10 rounds from seven yards."

 

"...An applicant or licensee shall score 4 points for each shot that hits within the scoring line and zero points for each shot that hits outside the scoring line. An applicant must obtain a score of 72% (7 off/18 on) to pass the competency demonstration."

DESCRIPTION FOR SHOOTING THE COURSE OF FIRE:

NOTE: THIS IS A GENERAL OVERVIEW. MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED DURING THE SAFETY BRIEFING

On the 3-yard line:

 

  • On the command to fire, student will safely draw from the holster

  • Fire 15 rounds, reloading as needed.

  • When finished, unload and show clear

  • Upon direction, holster a safe firearm


On the 7-yard line:
 

  • On the command to fire, student will safely draw from the holster

  • Fire 10 rounds, reloading as needed

  • When finished, unload and show clear

  • Upon direction, holster a safe firearm

 

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