Citizens' Police Academy

The Mesquite Citizens' Police Academy is a program designed to give the citizens of Mesquite a working knowledge of the Mesquite Police Department. The classes are three hours in length, one night a week, for a total of 12 weeks. 

About the Academy

A primary objective of the academy is to build understanding between citizens and law enforcement officers who serve them. It is hoped that through the educational process, public awareness will be increased, suspicions and misconceptions dispelled, and finally, that a lasting rapport will be forged between law enforcement and the public.

After graduation from the academy, citizens become better prepared to cope with criminal incidents, are more willing to report crime, and realize the need to testify when they observe a crime.

Academy Courses

Course topics are presented by members of the Mesquite Police Department. The following topics are scheduled but are subject to change. 

• Special Operations/K-9 unit
• Use of force (Police Simulator)
• Narcotics
• Crime scene investigation
• Accident investigation
• Traffic enforcement (Ride out)
• Community services
• Firing range
• Police Communications/Detentions
• Tactical unit/Command Post
• Major Crimes/Cold Cases
• Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone)

The Citizens' Police Academy provides two-way communication between police officers and the community to eradicate barriers and improve the quality of life for all residents and businesses.

Please click here to Register.