Fenwick Island, South Bethany, Wyoming, and Camden are recognized for excellence

DOVER, Del. – The Camden, Fenwick Island, South Bethany, and Wyoming Police Departments have all earned state accreditation through the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC). The DPAC commission is committed to advancing law enforcement professionalism through the establishment of professional standards and the administration of formal mechanisms that enable Delaware Police agencies to be systematically measured, evaluated, and updated. Earning state accreditation requires a commitment to excellence and determination.

Each department embraced the challenge and successfully navigated the process to meet 105 professional standards. A team of DPAC assessors ensured all accreditation standards were met through a comprehensive on-site inspection that reviewed each agency’s policies and procedures and interviewed the department’s members. Accreditation improves officer and public safety, addresses high-risk management issues, promotes operational efficiency through policy development, enhances agency reputation, attracts the best-qualified candidates for employment, and increases public trust and confidence. House Bill 206 requires all law enforcement agencies to be accredited by 2028.

ABOUT THE POLICE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING COMMISSION

The Police Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST), a division of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS), oversees standards and training for all police officers in Delaware. POST aims to improve the professionalism and behavior of officers by setting qualifications for new recruits, education and training requirements, and training standards. POST advises the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC), provides guidelines for local oversight boards, and investigates potential officer misconduct relative to certification.

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CONTACT:
John “JP” Petersen
O: (302) 744-2686
E: john.petersen@delaware.gov

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