Citizen Police Academy - City of New Albany

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Citizen Police Academy

Learn About NAPD with Real-Life Scenarios

This free interactive ten-week training program provides insight into law enforcement and a working knowledge of the values and operations of the New Albany Police Department. Participants learn about the unique challenges faced by law enforcement. During this time, they take part in both tabletop exercises and real-life scenarios that require split-second decision making. Taught by NAPD personnel, this instruction informs residents about various topics and provides engagement and community input opportunities. Instruction topics may include:

Law enforcement and modern policing orientation
Patrol and emergency dispatch operations
Criminal law/search and seizure
Control and arrest tactics, resistance response, and traffic stops
Drug enforcement
Shoot/don’t shoot judgment scenarios
Crime scene investigation

Registration Now Open for 2026 Citizen Police Academy

Residents of the City of New Albany, Plain Township, and the New Albany-Plain Local School District who are at least 18 years of age are welcome to apply. Where space is limited, priority will be given to New Albany residents. Applicants must also commit to attending at least eight of the ten weekly sessions.

Applications may be submitted from October 1 to October 31 each year and will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. All applicants will be subject to a background check. The New Albany Police Department reserves the right to deny acceptance to any applicant. Applicants will be notified by email that the NAPD received their application. Applicants will receive further emails regarding their acceptance into the program. Questions? Email CPA@newalbanypolice.org for more info.

Please fill out the form below to apply:

Citizen Police Academy Registration

Participant Name * Required
First Last
Participant Date of Birth * Required
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State of Birth
Please provide state where you were born
Sex of Participant
Driver's License Number
State in Which Driver's License Was Issued
Applicant Home Address * Required
Street Address City State ZIP Code
Primary Phone Number * Required
e-mail address * Required
Enter e-mail Confirm e-mail
Why do you want to be enrolled in this program? Also, please list your community-involved activities.
Have you ever been arrested for, convicted of, or cited for an offense, other than a traffic citation? (Please answer "yes" or "no"; If yes, please explain below in detail, including date, charge, location and action taken.)
Present Employer - please include name of employer, employer address, occupation and hire date in the box below.
Emergency Contact Information - please include contact name, relationship, address, home phone and alternative phone information below.
I confirm that I will be at least 18 years of age prior to participating in this academy (please say "yes" or "no" in box below).
Participation Permit / Promise to Release * Required
In consideration of the benefits that I will receive from my participation in the New Albany Citizen Police Academy, I do hereby release the City of New Albany, its police officers, public officials, agents, servants, and employees from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of action which I may hereafter have on account of any and all injuries and damage to me or to my property, or my death, arising out of or related to any happening or occurrence while I am participating in the academy. For the same consideration, I agree to forever hold the City of New Albany and said persons harmless from any such liability, claims, demands, action or causes of action.

The terms hereof shall be in full force and effect during the period of my participation in the New Albany Citizen Police Academy.

Please use your mouse, touch pad, or touchscreen to sign inside the box below.

Applicant Signature:
Authorization for Release of Information * Required
I do hereby authorize a review of/and full disclosure of all records concerning myself to any authorized agent of the New Albany Police Department, whether the said records are of public, private, or confidential nature.

The intent of this authorization is to give my consent for full and complete disclosure of any and all records concerning any criminal activity. This may include, but is not limited to, criminal histories, driving records, traffic accidents, arrest reports, offense reports, or any official documents.

I understand that any information obtained by a background investigation which is developed directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, upon this release authorization will be considered in determining my suitability for participating in the Citizen Police Academy. I certify that any persons who may furnish such information concerning me shall not be held accountable for giving this information; and I hereby release said person(s) from any and all liability which may be incurred as a result of furnishing such information.

I authorize the release of my name and full disclosure of all records concerning myself to verify past and future applications with other law enforcement agencies.

Please use your mouse, touch pad, or touchscreen to sign inside the box below.

Applicant Signature:
Please review your answers carefully and read the statement below before signing this application * Required
I hereby certify that there are no willful falsifications, omissions, or misrepresentations in the foregoing statements and answers to questions. I understand that my omission or false statement on this application shall be sufficient cause for rejection for enrollment or dismissal from the New Albany Citizen Police Academy.

I understand the information contained in this application is considered a public record and may be released to the media or others upon their request. I also understand that I may be photographed or videotaped by the news media or the New Albany Police Department during the course of this program. These pictures or videotapes will be used for news releases and informational promotions.

Some classes require walking and standing as different facilities will be used or toured. Please inform us of any considerations or accommodations that you may need while at these facilities.

Please use your mouse, touch pad, or touchscreen to sign inside the box below.

Applicant Signature:
Date * Required
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