Raleigh Police Accepting Applications for First Citizens Police Academy

The Raleigh Police Department is accepting applications for the 2017 Citizens Police Academy. The program is designed to increase transparency and enhance understanding between the community and the police. It will also provide an excellent opportunity for participants to gain a better understanding of the philosophy, policies and guiding principles of law enforcement, and the ethical conduct requirements that govern police services in our community.

Participants will meet one evening a week for ten weeks beginning April 6. Citizens who enroll will learn about a variety of topics including constitutional law and arrest, search and seizure, non-biased policing, investigative case review, youth services, drug recognition, crisis intervention as well as a reality-based training demonstration.

The application period will close at 5 p.m. on March 10. Enrollment is limited to citizens who are at least 21 years of age. Those who live or work in the city of Raleigh are encouraged to apply. There is no fee for the program; however, the Department requests that applicants be committed to participating for its duration.

For more information, including an on-line application, search “Citizens Police Academy” at raleighnc.gov, email rpdcitizensacademy@raleighnc.gov or call 919-996-1586.