# Wrap Technologies Seeks California POST Certification

Wrap Technologies, Inc. is advancing its operational de-escalation doctrine and training methodology centered on its BolaWrap 150 restraint device, which is classified by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) as an instrument of restraint. The company is actively pursuing certification from the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) to integrate this curriculum into law enforcement patrol and crisis-response training programs. This certification effort aims to facilitate broader adoption of the training nationally through digital delivery on Wrap Technologies' Wrap Tactics platform.

- **Why this matters:** Certification by California POST is a critical step for law enforcement agencies to formally adopt the BolaWrap 150 training, potentially influencing procurement decisions for non-lethal restraint technologies.
- Agencies and contractors involved in law enforcement training and equipment procurement should evaluate opportunities to incorporate this emerging technology and training methodology.
- The digital delivery model via Wrap Tactics indicates a scalable approach for nationwide training dissemination, which may impact future contract structures and vendor engagement.
- Procurement professionals should monitor certification progress and consider how this technology aligns with evolving operational de-escalation requirements and standards.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

### Vendors
- Wrap Technologies, Inc. (prime contractor)

### Sources
- [Wrap Technologies (NASDAQ: WRAP) Advances Operational De-Escalation Doctrine Toward California POST Certification - USA Today](https://www.usatoday.com/press-release/story/41946/wrap-technologies-nasdaq-wrap-advances-operational-de-escalation-doctrine-toward-california-post-certification) - USA Today