I retired from a PD in Alabama, but live in Virginia. I worked in an adjoining county for over 7 years and got to know the sheriff very well. I have done my LEOSA qualification with that agency for several years now.
The card issued by the sheriff's office reads that I have met annual firearms training and qualification standards established by the SO to carry a concealed handgun, valid one year from date of issuance.
I have a lifetime permit from Alabama, a permit from Virginia and my LEOSA. I've also been known to wear a belt and suspenders.
"If you have any firearms training, such as law enforcement or military, the AZ permit is super easy to obtain. Fingerprints, copy of your firearms training, 1 page CCW permit application filled out, and a $60 money order, and you're good for 5 years. Renewal is $45."
My five year VA permit costs $15. I'm actually exempt from the fee as a retired LEO, but the county needs the money.