CITIZENS ACADEMY 2024
The next Citizens Academy begins March 22nd and ends May 3rd. Download the application here: Basic Citizens Academy application. See the curriculum here: Citizens Academy 2023 Schedule.
The Citizen's Police Academy is a 5-week program designed to promote citizen interaction with Law Enforcement. The academy is designed to give an in-depth look at the day to day functions of the Giddings Police Department and current issues surrounding Law Enforcement and the community. The classes are structured to be interactive, offering students an opportunity to ask officers questions in a mutual learning environment. Included in the curriculum are topics, which range from Laws of Arrest, Search and Seizures, Crime Prevention and Police ride along. Students will also learn how the Giddings Police Department (GPD) interacts with other community partners.
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During the 5 weeks, officers from individual units of GPD will make presentations to students describing their role in the operation of the Department. This will provide students with an opportunity in an informal setting, to ask questions and share information with the officers.
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Class 01 October 2nd 6p-8p Orientation/Tour of PD & Dispatch
Class 02 October 9th 6p-8p Criminal Investigations & Hands On Evidence Processing
Class 03 October 16th 6p-8p Patrol Operations, Hands On Traffic Stops, K9 Demo
Class 04 October 23rd 6p-8p Use of Force - Discussion & Hands On Scenarios
Class 05 October 30th 6p-8p Neighboring Agency Introductions, How To Be a Good Witness, & Graduation
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DEADLINE September 20th, 2024
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