Crime & Safety

Register Now for Romeoville Citizens Police Academy

12-week class begins March 24.

Submitted by the Village of Romeoville:

Registration for the Romeoville Citizens Police Academy is under way now through March 6.

Taught by the Romeoville Police Department, this 12-week course gives citizens of the community a working knowledge of the Romeoville Police Department. Get to know the members of the Police Department and better understand how and why officers make the decisions they do.

A different topic is taught each week:

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  • Gang awareness
  • Law (criminal/traffic)
  • Traffic Stops/Radar (hands on)
  • Firearm safety
  • K-9 procedure
  • And an opportunity for a patrol ride-a-long

Applicants must be 18 years of age. Applications are due by Friday, March 6. The first class begins March 24, and meets each subsequent Tuesday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for 12 weeks. Click here for more information.

Applications can be picked up/dropped off at the Romeoville Police Department, 1050 W. Romeo Rd. or mailed. Applications are also available by clicking here.

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