Beginning Monday, April 15th, 2013, the Italy Police Department will be accepting applications for the 2nd Italy Citizens Police Academy Class. Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 17th, 2013.

This is your chance to learn about the Italy Police Department, police procedures, laws, and ask questions.

Some of the topics to be covered are:

• Dangers of Being a Police Officer
• Traffic Stops
• Building Searches
• Court Procedures and Prosecution
• Tools of the Trade (Fire Arms, Less Lethal Weapons)
• Functions of Patrol
• Narcotics
• Internal Affairs, and Much More

Classes will begin on Thursday, June 6th, 2013 from 6:00pm till 9:00pm and will continue every Thursday for 10 weeks. Students will also get to ride along with an officer for a shift.

Attendees will receive an official CPA t-shirt and certificate of completion upon Graduation.

What is the Citizen Police Academy?
A police agency cannot be effective without the trust of its citizens. The Citizen Police Academy program builds that trust. It provides a bridge between the officer in the car and the citizens in the field. Citizens who complete the program understand what the police department does as opposed to what is seen on TV. Citizens gain an appreciation of problems and challenges facing law enforcement. These citizens then become the police department’s “goodwill ambassadors” in the community.

When Is It Offered?
The program is offered annually. It is a free 10-week academy consisting of one three-hour class a week. The class size is limited to 25 students.

Who Are The Instructors?
The Chief of Police serves as coordinator for the academy but speakers from throughout the department share their expertise. Occasionally instructors are brought in from outside the department as well (i.e. criminal prosecutor, judge, etc.).

Who Is Eligible?
The Citizens Police Academy is open to men and women, 18 or older. Citizens must submit an application packet which consists of the application, a waiver form, and consent for criminal history check. The packets are available at the police department.