The 14-week Citizens Police Academy hosted by the Joplin Police Department will begin on August 11, 2016, and conclude on November 10, 2016, with a closing ceremony and dinner. The classes held every Thurssday from 6:30-9 p.m. will take place at various locations throughout Joplin. The class size will be limited to approximately 25 participants.

This program targets people in Joplin who want to learn more about the city's police department. Offered free of charge, this hands-on, interactive, behind-the-scenes program is taught by experienced police officers, who share their unique perspective on law enforcement. Topics covered will include: crime scene investigations, narcotics investigations, child abuse investigations, traffic crash investigations, vehicle stops, SWAT operations and equipment, use of force tactics, building clearing, DWI enforcement, and an introduction to the K9 unit.

Interested persons are encouraged to contact Officer Lacey Baxter of the Special Enforcement Bureau of the Joplin Police Department by e-mail here or at (417) 627-8880. An application can be viewed and printed here. An application can also may be obtained at the front desk of the Joplin Police Department at 303 E. 3rd St., in Joplin. Mail or fax the completed form to: Joplin Police Department Special Enforcement Bureau, 115 E. 34th St., Joplin, MO 64804. Fax: (417) 627-8882.

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