Email Subscription Citizen Police Academy Introduces Law Enforcement to the Community
Champaign County residents interested in getting an inside look into the field of law enforcement are invited to participate in the Champaign County Citizen Police Academy.
The academy, which meets Thursday nights from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. for 10 weeks beginning March 4, 2010, will cover crime prevention, community based policing, drugs, gangs, school safety, DUI enforcement, citizen-police contacts, use of force, firearms safety, crime scene investigation, a tour of the Champaign County Jail, and a patrol ride-along with your local department. The sessions will be held at the Police Training Institute located at 1004 S. Fourth Street, Champaign, and other local sites.
Starting its 24th session, the academy strives to help local residents gain a better understanding of law enforcement principles, the decision-making process and the day-to-day activities of law enforcement professionals.
For more information or to enroll in the program, please contact the Police Training Institute at 217-333-2337 or your local police department.