The Accreditation Unit formally entered into the accreditation process in August of 1999 by signing a contract with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Successful accreditation through CALEA makes a statement to members of the community that their police department is dedicated to meeting the highest of internationally accepted standards.
Accreditation is a coveted award that symbolizes professionalism, excellence, and competence. It requires written directives and training to inform employees about policies and practices; facilities and equipment to ensure employee safety; and processes to safeguard employee rights. The community and police department can take pride in their department, knowing it represents the very best in law enforcement.
The Toledo Police Department's Accreditation
Unit reports directly to the Planning & Research Section and is comprised of
Sergeant Lisa Marshall and Officer Sandra Ceglarek. The department completed
it's first re-accreditation review in late 2005, and received it's award in 2006.