According to TCOLE Rules, how long of a history of previous law enforcement employers must you contact?

The correct answer is ten years because TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) mandates that law enforcement agencies verify the employment history of an individual for the previous ten years. This requirement ensures that a thorough background check is conducted, allowing agencies to evaluate the candidate's past performance, conduct, and adherence to law enforcement standards effectively. Contacting previous employers over a decade helps uncover any patterns of behavior or issues that may have arisen during that time, which is crucial in assessing an individual’s suitability for a law enforcement role.

The other options outline shorter periods that do not align with TCOLE regulations, as the standard explicitly specifies a ten-year history to maintain higher scrutiny in the recruitment process.