Why agencies accredit
Accreditation is voluntary. An agency that pursues it is choosing to have its practice measured against standards its peers wrote, and the case for doing so is different for each of the three groups it affects.
Law Enforcement Agencies
Benefits of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies
Establishes a credible framework for evaluating agency practices and procedures.
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Officers
Benefits of Accreditation to Officers
Accreditation requires that agency policies and procedures are in written form and are available to all agency personnel at all times.
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the Community
Benefits of Accreditation to the Community
Accreditation increases the law enforcement agency's ability to prevent and control crime through more effective and efficient delivery of law enforcement services to the community it serves.
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What it costs, and how long it takes
A single $300 fee covers accreditation and re-accreditation. An accredited term runs 3 years, and agencies complete preparation for the on-site assessment within 24 months of enrollment.