Citizen Police Academy

The Franklin Police Department hosts a Citizen Police Academy biannually, once in the Spring and once in the Fall. Our mission is to establish and maintain a course of instruction for citizens to familiarize themselves with the operations of the Franklin Police Department and the profession of law enforcement.

This 11-week academy presents an overview of law enforcement functions, such as Patrol Operations, Traffic Enforcement, Investigations, SWAT, K-9 Unit, Dispatch/ Communications, Unmanned Aerial Systems, and much more.

Students have an opportunity to present questions regarding public safety in the City and learn how citizens and the police can work together to reduce crime in the community.  Department employees present each session and interact with participants on a very approachable level.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Live or work in the Franklin community (preference is given to Franklin citizens).
• Submit a written application.   
• Pass a background check.
• Be 18 years of age (16 and 17-year-olds may attend with a parent or guardian).

Classes meet one night a week, usually Tuesday or Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.  Additionally, each graduate may participate in a ride-along with officers on the street.

There is no cost to attend the Citizen Academy; however, class size is limited.  Please look for our recruitment in the City’s newsletter or our Facebook Page before the start of classes.

Citizen Police Academy Application