Well. The Citizens Police Academy is back for those wanting to go behind the scenes to what and where and how....March deadline to apply-

Pawtucket Police Department

Citizens Police Academy

            Do you have questions about the Pawtucket Police Department or how the police officers do their job?  Have you ever wanted to talk with a police officer about their experiences as a law enforcement officer in your community?  Do you have an interest in a career as a law enforcement officer?  If you are a Citizen of Pawtucket an interested in the answers to these questions and would like to know more, you should consider applying as a candidate for the Pawtucket Police Department Citizens Police Academy.

            The Citizens Police Academy is an exciting and educational program designed to teach citizens within our community what police officers really do.  The program allows citizens to learn more about the career from those involved.  While participating citizens will not become experts, they will learn about the many different aspects of the job. By allowing the citizens within our community to learn about the operations of the police department, we hope that we will continue to build strong relationships and combine our efforts to improve the quality of life in Pawtucket.

            The Citizens Police Academy starts on Thursday, March 19, 2009 and will continue for ten weeks.  Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at the Pawtucket Police Department's Substation located at 270 Armistice Boulevard.  An 80% attendance rate must be maintained to qualify for graduation.

Below are some of the topics of instruction participants will receive:

• C Department Overview
• C Accident Investigation
• C Crime Scene & Evidence
• C Defensive Tactics
• C Use of Force
• C Special Response Tactics
• C Patrol Operations
• C Domestic Violence
• C Criminal Investigation

            Applications MUST BE returned no later than Monday, March 2, 2009.  You can mail the application to:            Pawtucket Police Department

                                                Community Police Unit

                                                121 Roosevelt Avenue

                                                Pawtucket, RI 02860

            Applications can also be dropped off at the front office in the police station or fax to 401-729-5845. If selected to participate in the program, you will be notified by mail. Any questions, call the Community Police Unit office at 729-5847 between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm.   

                                       Application Form

(Please Print)

     Last Name: _______________________    First:___________________    Middle:_______

     Address: _______________________________    City: _______________ Zip Code:_____

     Home Phone: (____)_________________   Cell Phone:(____)_______________________

     RI Driver's License #:___________________   Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy): _______________

     Have you ever been arrested?  If yes, explain: _____________________________________

     __________________________________________________________________________

     __________________________________________________________________________

     Describe briefly why you are interested in attending the Citizens Police Academy:

     __________________________________________________________________________

     __________________________________________________________________________

     __________________________________________________________________________

            Any citizen who wants to participate in the program MUST be a Citizen of Pawtucket, 18 or older, complete an application, have no felony convictions or Misdemeanors, be willing to attend scheduled classes and be willing to sign a liability waiver form.

            By completing this application, you hereby certify that there are no willful misrepresentations, omissions, or falsifications.  You understand that any omissions or false statements on this application shall be sufficient cause for rejection for enrollment or dismissal from the Pawtucket Police Department's Citizens Police Academy.

            You understand that there is no charge or fee needed to attend the Academy. You further understand that the Pawtucket Police Department will be conducting a background investigation that may include, but not be limited to, any criminal history, driving record, and/or other personal references.

            Your signature below certifies that you have read and understand the application form, and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this form.

  Applicant's Signature: ___________________________

 Date: ___________________

Interesting idea to take this program...but may need a sitter for some nights

Great idea and the time looks ok....will check it out....thanks