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The document provides information about the Citizen Police Academy hosted by the Dallas Police Department. The Citizen Police Academy is a 10-week program that gives citizens an inside look at how the Dallas Police Department operates. During the program, citizens learn about various police department functions from real police officers and participate in activities like riding in police vehicles. The goal is to improve relationships between citizens and officers through greater understanding of police work. To apply, individuals must be at least 21, live or work in Dallas, pass a background check, and commit to attending at least 70% of the sessions, which are free for participants.

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Citizen Police Academy Application

The document provides information about the Citizen Police Academy hosted by the Dallas Police Department. The Citizen Police Academy is a 10-week program that gives citizens an inside look at how the Dallas Police Department operates. During the program, citizens learn about various police department functions from real police officers and participate in activities like riding in police vehicles. The goal is to improve relationships between citizens and officers through greater understanding of police work. To apply, individuals must be at least 21, live or work in Dallas, pass a background check, and commit to attending at least 70% of the sessions, which are free for participants.

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A message from the Police Chief

Purpose

Dallas Police
Department

Ever wonder how a Dallas Police officer is trained?

At the Citizen Police Academy, you will have the


opportunity to see and hear first-hand the
overwhelming curriculum recruits must master before
they can wear the uniform of the Dallas Police
department.

The Citizen Police Academy shows citizens how the


Dallas Police Department operates. We hope a better
understanding of how your police department works will
improve the relationship between citizens and officers.

Who May Attend?

Your instructors will be real police officers. They will


take you on an accelerated overview of the various
operations of the Dallas Police Department.

Its our goal to increase understanding of police work


and to develop effective police/community
partnerships.

Join us, and be part of this important effort.

You must be at least 21 years of age and live or work


in the City of Dallas and pass a background check.

Citizen Police Academy

Those selected to attend are expected to participate in


at least 70% of the sessions. The academy is free!
Please complete and send or fax the application on the
reverse side of this brochure to:

The only investment on your part is two hours of


your time for 10 weeks. What youll learn in turn will not
only benefit you, but if shared with your family, friends,
neighbors a n d c o w o r k e r s , c o u l d h a v e a
s i g n i f i c a n t impact on police/community relations

DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT


In-Service Training Unit
5610 Red Bird Center Dr #300
Dallas, Texas 75237
(214) 670-9557office
(214) 623-9688 fax
margaret.martin@dpd.dallascityhall.com

What is the Citizen Police Academy?

The Citizen Police Academy meets once a


week for 10 weeks at the police academy.
Classes consist of an overview of the Dallas
Police Department, patrol functions, tour of
the Communications Division, demonstration
and ride on vehicle training course, internal
affairs, family violence, DWI enforcement
procedures, explanation of the use of deadly
force, pursuit policies, crime prevention,
personal
safety
and
crime
scene
investigation techniques.

If an applicant has a criminal history that is to


such an extent as to raise a concern by any member
of the Dallas Police Department, it will be determined
by the Training Program Coordinator (SGT) if it is
in the best interest of the Dallas Police
Department to admit that applicant to ANY
volunteer program. The decision of the Program
Administrator is appealable only to the Lieutenant
over the Training Unit whose decision will be final.

Alumni Association
Graduates of the Citizens Police Academy have formed
an Alumni Association which is open to all past and future
graduates have formed an Alumni Association which is
open to all past and future graduates. The alums
continue to work with the Dallas Police Department and
the citizens to enhance community relations.

A Program of Citizens
and Police Working
Together

DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT


CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
DEMOGRAPHIC

Name:
Address:
City:

DOB:
Cell #:
DL #:

Home #:

Zip:_

Gender:

Last Four of SSN#

Email address

EMPLOYMENT

Name of Employer:
Address:
City:

Zip:

Business #:

BACKGROUND

How did you hear about the Citizen Police Academy?


What do you expect to gain after going through this course? Explain briefly.
What are your hobbies or special interests?
Have you ever been arrested for, convicted of, or cited for an offense other than a traffic violation?
Yes No If yes, on a separate sheet of paper, explain dates, charges, places, and actions taken.
Classes are held three (3) times a year. Please indicate the month you would be interested in attending.

Please advise of any changes in home/work address, home/work numbers, etc, as to be able
to reach you for the actual beginning date of your class.
CERTIFICATION & SIGNATURE
Please review your answers carefully and read the statement below before signing this
application.
I hereby certify that there are no willful misrepresentations, omissions, or falsifications in the foregoing statement and answers
to questions. I understand that any omission or false statement on this application shall be sufficient cause for rejection of
enrollment or dismissal from the Dallas Police Department Citizen Police Academy. I understand that all participation in this
program is not to train citizens to be police officers. Rather, the goal and purpose of this program is to educate citizens regarding
the purpose, rationale and context of police procedures. I acknowledge that as part of acceptance to this program, I will be
required to attend at least 70% of the classes or 7 out of 10. Failure to attend will be cause for dismissal from graduating. I will
abide by all rules and regulations set forth by the Dallas Police Department and the City of Dallas, and provide my own
transportation. I further understand that the Dallas Police Department will be conducting a thorough background investigation
that may include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting, any criminal history, employment history and personal references.

Applicants Signature:

Date:

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