Citizens Police Academy is an opportunity for citizens to learn firsthand about police operations in the Town of Lexington, SC through a series of lectures, field trips, ride-a-longs, and stimulated activities. Citizens are provided training similar to that of an actual police officer. The Academy is a benefit to the community and the department because it builds relationships and creates a group of citizens who are better informed about the reality of police work.
FORMAT:
The Academy meets one night a week for nine weeks with most classes held between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
LOCATION:
Unless otherwise specified, classes are conducted at the Police Department's training facility. Some off-site visits are made to other relevant locations.
INSTRUCTION:
Instruction is provided by Police Department personnel.
Tuesday Mar 8, 2016 Tuesday May 10, 2016
March 8, 2016 through May 10, 2016
7:00 pm until 9:00 pm
Lexington Police Department
111 Maiden Lane
Lexington, SC 29072
(803)359-6260
FREE but you must be a minimum of 18 years of age. You must live or work within the Town Limits of Lexington. And, you must pass a criminal history background check.
http://www.lexsc.com/police_ citizens_academy.htm or call (803)359-6260