Citizens Law Enforcement Academy

We are currently accepting applications for the 2024 course.  Classes began February 13, 2023, and will complete in May 2023.  Classes are to be held weekly on Monday evenings from 6:30PM to 9:30PM at the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Union, MO. 

 
Introduction:
 
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Citizen’s Academy is a 12 week program designed to give participants an inside look at law enforcement. During the academy, students will meet weekly to cover a variety of topics providing awareness of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office functions, community involvement and law enforcement education.


Mission:
 
The Citizen’s Law Enforcement Academy of Franklin County is dedicated to building relationships between the Sheriff’s Office and the community. The combined effort of residents and deputies encourages the best atmosphere to problem solving. Transparency, communication and understanding between deputies and residents are prioritized through education and collaboration. This mutual effort will assist deputies and citizens as they address the concerns of the community they live and serve in. We are stronger together.

Thank you for your consideration in attending this course and I look forward to meeting everybody.
 

• Be at least 18 years old
• Anyone who lives, works or owns property in Franklin County
• Must not be a convicted felon or have a lengthy violent criminal history
• Students who come under criminal investigation should remove themselves from the program until the investigation is concluded
• The Citizen's Academy is not a physically demanding program. Adults all ages are encouraged to apply  

To Apply please complete the Citizens Academy Application and send it to the attention of Major Wild.  Applications can be emailed, mailed, faxed or hand delivered during our normal busines hours Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (excluding holidays).