Citizens Police Academy

NEW CPA BEGINS APRIL 16, 2024

April 16 – June 11th, 2024.  Classes will be held in the new Sheriff’s Office Training Room from 6PM to 9PM every Tuesday.  Firearms Range Day will be Saturday May 11, 2024 from 8AM to 4PM.

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What is a Citizens Police Academy?

The Johnson County Sheriffs Office conducts the Citizens Police Academy to provide an inside look at local law enforcement. Those who complete the program will leave with a better understanding of how Sheriff’s Deputies perform their duties and how the Sheriff’s Office serves the County. The academy is free and is Offered twice a year. It consists of 9 classes held on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 900 p.m. In addition, there is one Saturday class held from 8 a.m to 4 p.m. Most Classes will be held at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, located at 1102 E. Kilpatrick in Cleburne TX. While at the Sheriff’s Office classes will be held in a lecture-style setting. Participants will receive hands-on instruction from veteran officers on communications, patrol procedures, tactical operations, and criminal investigations. Participants also will learn about firearms safety and operation of patrol rifle.

Participant Requirements

Applicants must be 21 or older, and live or work in Johnson County.

A criminal background check will be conducted. 

If you would like to enroll in the Citizens Police Academy, please fill out the Enrollment Application below: