Citizens attending will be exposed to the problems and challenges faced by law enforcement and learn how their police department meets those challenges. Participants will learn about various aspects of the Police Department including the Uniform and Investigative Divisions, narcotics enforcement, bomb disposal, crime scene investigation, school programs and much more!

The 12-week course is held in the Fall and Spring and includes an optional eight-hour Saturday session covering emergency driving and use of force (shoot/don't shoot), which will give the participants a "hands-on" experience in these areas. Participants will graduate with a certificate of attendance. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2008 Spring Citizens Academy which will begin on March 13, 2008.

Applications can be picked up at the Topeka Police Department or printed, completed and mailed to:

Topeka Police Department
Attn: Crime Prevention Unit / Citizens’ Academy
320 S. Kansas Ave, Ste 100
Topeka, Kansas 66603

If you or anyone you know is interested in attending you may get more information from Sgt. Lance Feyh @ 785-368-9497. Space is limited to 35 participants & expected to fill quickly! Turn your applications in immediately!

Download Citizens’ Academy Application