City of Angola, Indiana

The Angola Police Department will be hosting a Citizen's Police Academy beginning September 8, 2022 at the Angola Police Department.  The purpose of the academy is:  Increase relationships between the community and law enforcement, Educate the public on the role of law enforcement officers in the criminal justice system, Provide education to the community on the daily requirements of officers and their role in assisting the community, Increase constructive communication between officers and citizens to create solutions toward the betterment of the City of Angola, and to create a positive partnership with the City of Angola and its citizens.  The classes will meet once a week for 10 weeks, approximately 3 hours each session.  Classes begin at 6:00pm and conclude at 9:00pm.

      Qualifications to Apply:

-21 years of age or older

-No felony convictions

-No misdemeanor convictions within the past 3 years

-Pass a background check conducted by the City of Angola

-Desire to understand more about the Angola City Police Department and their responsibilities for public safety.

     Requirements of the program:

-Ability to attend all sessions

-Active involvement in academy activities

-Desire to assist with future department events and programs within the community.

     Frequently Asked Questions:

-Who instructs the Academy sessions?

      Officers of the Angola Police Department conduct the sessions.

-How are participants selected?

     Participants are selected in a way to incorporate all demographics of the community, and reach as many types of individuals as possible.

-Where are the sessions held?

     The majority are conducted at the Public Safety Building, 202 W. Gilmore St., Angola.  Some are held in other locations throughout the City.

-When will the next class start, and when are applications due?

     Classes will begin September 8, 2022.  Link to application is below. .

-What is the requirement for the academy?

    Sessions are 3 hours in length, every Thursday for 10 weeks.  Final class of the 2022 session is November 10, 2022.

If you meet the qualifications and would like to be considered to attend, click the link below to complete your application. 

Angola Citizen's Police Academy Application 2022