The Conyers Police Department (CPD) and DeKalb County Police Department are both preparing to offer their Citizens Police Academy in March and April respectively.  

Conyers’ 12-week academy will be held on Tuesdays beginning March 12 at 6:30 p.m. Each session will last three hours, from 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., and most sessions will take place in the Conyers Police Department training room at 1194 Scott Street.

“The Citizens Police Academy is one of our most popular community outreach programs,” said Chief of Police Gene Wilson. “This behind-the-scenes glimpse into law enforcement is a favorite with citizens because it is so hands-on and interactive.”

Academy participants will learn about the various divisions of the CPD, learn self-defense techniques, solve a mock crime scene, obtain identity fraud and cyber crime tips, participate in various scenarios with a demonstration firearm and run laser devices on heavily trafficked roadways.

The DeKalb County Police Department is seeking applicants for its April Citizens Police Academy.

The academy is a free, 10-week course.  Participants will meet one night a week for two-hour sessions.  During the sessions, personnel from various units including Uniform, Criminal Investigations and Special Operations Divisions will teach participants about the complexities and operational structure of their respective units.

DeKalb Participant Requirements:

• Minimum age of 21 years old
• Live or work in DeKalb County
• No prior felony convictions
• Must consent to a background check
• Must consent to participating in two ride-alongs with a uniform officer

Conyers Citizen Police Academy

Those interested in participating in the Citizens Police Academy are asked to request an application from Sgt. Peggy Dunn at 678-374-5603. Applications are due no later than March 8. There is no charge to participate in the academy and participants must be over the age of 18. The class is limited to 20 participants. For more information, call 770-929-4201 or visit www.conyerspolice.com.

DeKalb’s Citizen Police Academy

The deadline to submit applications is March 15, 2013.  Applications are available at each Police Precinct or may be requested by emailing Officer Jefferson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .