CITIZENS ACADEMY
The Los Alamitos Police Department’s Citizens' Academy offers community members an inside look at the daily operations of local law enforcement. This interactive program is designed to build understanding, trust, and collaboration between the Police Department and the residents it serves. Participants gain hands-on experience through presentations, demonstrations, and scenario-based activities led by officers and staff, covering topics such as patrol operations, investigations, traffic enforcement, emergency response, and more. By the end of the academy, graduates walk away with a deeper appreciation for the challenges and responsibilities of policing, as well as a stronger connection to their community and local officers.
Watch This! PD Simulation - The Inaugural Citizens' Academy