The Virginia Sheriffs' Association, the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police and the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) make up the VLEPSC. Commission members consisting of active Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police establish professional standards and administer the accreditation process by which Virginia agencies can be systematically measured, evaluated, and updated. DCJS manages the day-to-day operations for the Commission.
Accreditation Benefits
- Establishment of agency goals and objectives with provisions for periodic updating
- Re-evaluation of whether agency resources are being used in accord with agency goals, objectives, and mission
- Re-evaluation of agency policies and procedures, especially as documented in the agency’s written directive system
- Correction of internal deficiencies and inefficiencies before they become public problems
- The opportunity to re-organize without the appearance of personal attacks
Find accredited agencies in Virginia listed alphabetically.
Find application dates and expiration dates for agencies in the self-assessment phase.
Why should my agency become accredited?
How much does the state accreditation program cost?
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VLEPSC Treasurer:
Chief Keith Hartman
Buena Vista Police Department
306 Park Avenue
Buena Vista, VA 24416
How often will my agency be re-assessed?
How does my agency find out more about becoming accredited?
todd.clingenpeel@dcjs.virginia.gov.
Promoting Professionalism in Law Enforcement Since 1996
Accreditation into VLEPSC creates a forum in which police and citizens work together to control and prevent crime.
VALEAC also conducts quarterly meeting and an annual training conference. Assessors for the VLEPSC program are drawn from the Coalition, and receive formal training through this group.
Laura Shelton
Town of Woodstock Police Department
laura.shelton@townofwoodstockva.gov
540-459-2141
Donna Akers
Christiansburg Police Department
dakers@christiansburg.org
540-382-3131 Ext. 5309