Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Accepting Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Citizens Academy, an eight-week program offering community members a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of local law enforcement.
The free course begins Thursday, August 14, and runs weekly through October 2. Classes will be held 6 to 9pm Thursdays at various St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Office facilities, including the sheriff’s headquarters, district stations, the detention center, and the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy.
Participants will gain firsthand experience in patrol operations, criminal investigations, corrections, emergency services, and other related areas.
Sessions include interactive presentations and tours, such as:
- Field trip to the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy
- Crisis intervention and mental health response
- Traffic safety and accident reconstruction
- Tour of the detention center
- K-9 and Special Operations demonstrations
- Insights into the 911 Emergency Communications Center
- Graduation ceremony upon completion
Applications must be received by Thursday, July 31; participation is limited to 16.
Learn more or apply online here.
For additional information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1910.
