The Citizen's Police Academy provides community members with an inside look at the Laconia Police Department. The purpose of the academy is to increase understanding between the citizens through education and interaction with members of the Laconia Police Department. The Academy gives citizen an opportunity to learn why we "can" and/or "cannot" do certain things. It is hoped that the instruction will increase police awareness and dispel suspicions and misconceptions and increase police/community rapport through this educational program.
Citizen's Police Academy
The Department conducts one Academy class per year, usually in the fall. The Academy meets once a week on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Laconia Police Department unless otherwise noted. During the 10-week program, students will be taught by police executives, veteran police officers, civilians and volunteers from the law enforcement community. The participants will have the opportunity to meet with the Chief of Police and staff members. Students are encouraged to participate and ask questions and express ideas and concerns to their instructors. Applicants will be asked to commit to full attendance of all scheduled classes.
Topics Include:
Criminal Investigations
Domestic Violence
Internal disciplinary process
Police K9 demonstration
Search and seizure
Tour of the Belknap County House of Corrections
Tour of the State 911 Communications Center
Use of force
Weapons demonstrations
For more information, please contact Officer Eric Adams at 603-524-5257 x356. Click on this link for the Citizen's Police Academy Application.