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The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Roseburg Police Department and
Umpqua Community College, will again be offering a 10-week Citizen Police
Academy course in the spring of 2008 to the citizen’s of Douglas County.
What is the Citizens' Law Enforcement Academy?
The Citizens' Law Enforcement Academy program is designed to familiarize
participants with various aspects of law enforcement, such as administrative
philosophy, internal policies, and the guiding principles of law and ethical
conduct governing the delivery of police services.
The program covers procedures from patrol and investigations, vehicle
operations, arrest and control techniques, firearm procedures and
communications / 911.
What are the Academy's goals?
The Academy's goals are to develop community awareness through education and
develop a closer understanding and working relationship between the Douglas
County Sheriff’s Office, Roseburg Police Department and their communities
served.
Participants are encouraged to ask questions and offer comments on the
departments.
Where and when are the classes held?
Most of the sessions will be held at the Douglas
County Sheriff’s Office located at 1036 SE Douglas Ave., in
Roseburg. The first class will begin March 20 and will go through May
22, 2008. Hours will be from 6 p.m. to 9
p.m., every Thursday night. There will also be three Saturday classes that
will offer hands on training and demonstrations.
(see class schedule)
What are the requirements to attend?
The academy is free, but space is limited to 20 participants. Potential
candidates must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years,
reside in Douglas County, and must be willing to attend all classes.
Application finalists will be subject to a criminal history check. The
application
deadline is Friday, February 29, 2008.
For more information contact:
Andrea Zielinski, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, 440-4486
Sgt. Aaron Dunbar, Roseburg Police Department, 673-6633
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