Accredation

Virginia State Police achieved its Accredation.

Since then, the Department has continually maintained its accredited status through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), Inc. CALEA serves as the premier credentialing association for public safety agencies and provides accreditation services for law enforcement organizations.

The reaccreditation process takes place every four years, and incorporates annual remote, web-based file reviews of written materials, along with a final site visit by a CALEA assessment team. During this process, Department administration, facilities, equipment, and operations are examined for compliance with CALEA standards.

The Professional Standards Division (PSD) maintains the Department’s accreditation program. This is an on-going process intended to enhance the Department’s service capabilities and effectiveness. The accreditation program requires constant monitoring and periodic updating of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internationally accepted law enforcement accreditation standards. The Virginia State Police continues to demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, excellence, and community trust by maintaining accreditation.