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Citizens
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The Citizens Police Academy is a joint effort between the Beaumont Police Department, the Pt. Arthur Police
Department, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department and the Lamar University Criminal Justice Institute. It
began on Jan. 27, 1994, and the curriculum spans 13 weeks. Any resident of Jefferson County can apply to attend the
Citizens Police Academy which exposes all attendees to various aspects of law enforcement.
The Citizens Police Academy is designed, "To develop a
better understanding between citizens and their police department through
education." There is no cost for the
class. There are 13 Thursday night classes which run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night and two Saturday morning
sessions. You must be at least 21 years of age to apply. Applications may be obtained from the
Port Arthur Police Department, Beaumont Police Department and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department. After you complete the
Citizens Police Academy, you then become eligible to join the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association which is
now 100 members strong and growing. There are additional training, community service and friendship opportunities
in this organization. Though the CPA has few restrictions for participation, having a
felony arrest, an outstanding arrest warrant, or an unpaid traffic citation will disqualify an
individual from participating in the program.
If you need further information
contact the Chief's Office at:
(409)983-8613
