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Shelbyville police remain accredited

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Posted 12/9/19

Shelbyville Police Department has retained accreditation from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation (TLEA) Program The department was honored during the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police meeting in Franklin last week. "I am proud of the men and women of the Shelbyville Police Department whose commitment to excellence allows us to maintain and achieve this certification," Police Chief Jan Phillips said...

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Shelbyville Police Department has retained accreditation from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation (TLEA) Program

The department was honored during the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police meeting in Franklin last week.

"I am proud of the men and women of the Shelbyville Police Department whose commitment to excellence allows us to maintain and achieve this certification," Police Chief Jan Phillips said.

To achieve accreditation with TLEA, an agency voluntarily submits to a three-year process of enhancing its professionalism and effectiveness utilizing 160 law enforcement standards and participating in a thorough on-site assessment. The standards evaluate an agency's policies which address a variety of areas including organizational, operational and budget management practices.

The program is intended to encourage cooperation, recognize professional standing, develop professional services and ensure public safety throughout the State of Tennessee. The TLEA program is a valuable and cost effective way to enhance overall agency effectiveness and professionalism.

SPD accomplished TLEA accreditation by meeting criteria that measured the professionalism, organizational, and overall readiness in law enforcement policy and procedures.

"The standard of excellence that is met through this process is to be admired. We are proud to recognize the hard work of the Shelbyville Police Department, its staff and community leaders," TACP President Richard Hall said.

The TLEA program was created under the direction and authority of the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police, which supports and endorses the continued improvement of law enforcement and emergency communications operations. This program provides a framework for Tennessee law enforcement agencies to have equal access to effective and comprehensive polices that enhance the professionalism of law enforcement and the safety of our communities.

"The TLEA Accreditation status represents a significant professional achievement and acknowledges the successful implementation of written directives, policies, and procedures that conceptually sound and operationally effective," said a TLEA press release. "It takes commitment, dedication, and hard work from the agency head, agency personnel and community leaders to meet the standards prescribed by the program."