55th Citizens Police Academy class announced for Spring 2022 

The Joplin Police Department is proud to announce the upcoming spring session of the Citizens Police Academy (CPA).

The Citizens Police Academy is an exciting 14-week program hosted by the  police department. This program targets people in our area who want to learn more about the  Joplin Police Department.

Offered FREE of charge, this hands-on, interactive, behind-the-scenes  program is taught by experienced police officers, who share their unique perspective on law  enforcement. The classes will be held every Thursday evening starting February 3rd from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The CPA will conclude on May 5th with a closing ceremony and dinner. The  classes will be held at various locations throughout the City. The class size will be limited to  approximately 25 participants. 

Topics covered will include: crime scene investigations, narcotics investigations, child abuse  investigations, vehicle stops, SWAT operations and equipment, use of force tactics, building  clearing, DWI enforcement, an introduction to the K9 unit and much more.  

Interested persons are encouraged to contact Officer Lacey Baxter at lbaxter@joplinmo.org or  at (417) 623-3131, ext 1632.

An application can be submitted or printed from JPD’s website, www.joplinpolice.org, under the Events tab.

An application can also be obtained at the front  desk of the Joplin Police Department at 303 E. 3rd Street, in Joplin.