Questions regarding the Citizens' Academy? Please contact us.

The goal of the Citizens' Police Academy is to increase community understanding of police services and to inform interested citizens of the career opportunities available at the Statesville Police Department. The blocks of instruction are designed to help the citizen better understand police functions. It will also provide an opportunity for your feedback, to help us better serve you and the community.

Each class  is held for 8 consecutive weeks and is taught by members of the Statesville Police Department who will discuss the functions of each division. Some of the topics to be discussed are:

• Criminal Investigation

• Patrol Division Services

• Community Services

• Use of Force

• K-9 / Special Response Team (SRT)

Requirements for the class are as follows:

• 18 years of age prior to the first meeting

• Agree to sign a waiver

• Live in Iredell County with preference given to residents of Statesville

• Have no serious misdemeanors, felony convictions or current indictments

• Complete an application

• Attach a copy of your drivers’ license or identification card

Classes are held at the Statesville Police Department Headquarters located at 330 S. Tradd Street.