The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office recently earned the award of re-accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. Sheriff Theodore “Ted” Jackson and members of the FCSO’s Planning and Research Section traveled to Mobile, Alabama for final review by the commission and the award presentation.
CALEA assessors conducted an extensive assessment of the agency in 2016. During that time, the assessors reviewed the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office’s policies and procedures, inspected equipment, attended a public forum and gathered feedback from the community, and interviewed essential personnel. Lead assessor retired Chief Marc Duguay of the Broward County, Florida Sheriff’s Office and team member Pamela McKay of the St. Mary’s County, Maryland Sheriff’s Office spent three days on site to complete this assessment.
Agencies undergo an assessment for reaccreditation by CALEA every three years. Moving forward, this Agency will adhere to the new model which requires evaluations on a four year cycle. Assessors will review files remotely once a year in order for agencies to remain in compliance.
The reassessment is a voluntary opportunity for the FCSO to demonstrate its commitment to utilizing the best practices in law enforcement. CALEA re-accreditation requires an agency to further develop a comprehensive, well thought out, uniform set of written directives. CALEA Accreditation facilitates an agency’s pursuit of professional excellence. It is considered one of the most effective and successful methods for reaching administrative and operational goals, while also providing direction to personnel.
Information: www.calea.org
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