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COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES, INC.

On December 5th, 2004, the Commission on Accreditation  for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) voted unanimously to award international accreditation status to the Monroe Police Department.  The award is a direct result of efforts made by department members over the past two years.

Advantages of Accredidation

* Assures our citizens that their police department follows standards that have been established by a prestigious accreditation body.

* Requires fair and nondiscriminatory personnel practices.

* Increased accountability within the agency.

* Insures that the officers are provided with clearly written and defined procedures.

* Reduces liability by requiring extensive reporting, reviewing, and analysis of use of force, pursuits and other critical issues.

* Provides a proven management system of written directives, sound training, clearly defined lines of authority, and reports that support decision making and resource allocation.

* Requires daily proof of compliance with established standards.

* Encourages the police department to work cooperatively with the citizens to prevent and control challenges confronting the community.