Accreditation
The police division of the Department of Public Safety is a proudly certified accredited agency.
Law enforcement accreditation is a self-initiated, voluntary process where agencies operate within a specific set of state and nationally recognized standards or best practices within the industry. Accrediting agencies compile these best practices and regulations to maintain and prove compliance with these standards, developing policies, training, and accountability measures. When the procedures are in place, a team of trained Commission assessors verifies that applicable standards have been successfully implemented and the agency is in compliance.
The Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) and the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association (MSA) have pursued the concept and development of a voluntary statewide law enforcement accreditation program for Michigan. This effort has resulted in the formation of the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MLEAC). The MLEAC consists of commissioners from law enforcement and other professions appointed by the MACP, the MSA and the Commission itself. Personnel from the MACP provide support services to the MLEAC and to applicant agencies.
Accreditation status represents a significant professional achievement and acknowledges the implementation of written directives, policies, and procedures that are conceptually sound and operationally effective. Accreditation accomplishes the following goals:
- To establish and maintain standards that represent current professional law enforcement practices;
- To increase effectiveness and efficiency in delivering law enforcement services;
- Establish standards that address and reduce liability for the agency and its members.
To view a copy of the City of Monroe Police Division report, or to learn more about accreditation, please see the links below.