The Citizen’s Police Academy is a nine-week program designed to enhance communication between the police department and the community. Participants are instructed in a variety of law enforcement topics by officers who specialize in those areas. The Academy is FREE to attend!

The Fall 2025 session will be held Wednesday evenings 7 -9:30 p.m. from September 10 through November 5. Registration closes August 25 or when session is full. Register here online today. 

The Citizen’s Police Academy is open to anyone who is 18 years of age or older and lives or works in Deerfield. A background check is completed on all applicants. The session will be limited to 10 participants. The Deerfield Police Department reserves the right to deny enrollment for any reason.