The James Madison University Police Department is accredited through the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC). As part of the accreditation process, the Department is required to maintain 192 standards that provide best practices related to life, health, and safety procedures, and are considered foundational for contemporary Virginia law enforcement agencies. The program provides the framework for addressing high risk issues within a contemporary environment, and ensures officers are prepared to meet basic community service expectations and prepared to manage critical events. 

The James Madison University Police Department was awarded their initial accreditation on September 8th, 2011, and was re-accredited in 2015, 2019, and 2023.

The James Madison University Police Department is in self-assessment status through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). As part of this process, the Department is required to maintain 181 standards that provide best practices related to life, health, and safety procedures, and are considered foundational for contemporary nationwide law enforcement agencies. 

Accreditation Public Comment Portal

As an accredited law enforcement agency, the James Madison University Police Department has voluntarily committed to an independent review process.  The accreditation process is designed to ensure that a law enforcement agency is adhering to the most contemporary and up-to-date best practices with regard to policy and procedures.  The purpose of this public portal is to receive comments regarding an agency's compliance with CALEA standards, engagement in the service community, delivery of public safety services, and overall candidacy for accredited status.  These comments can be in the form of commendations or concerns.  The overall intent of the accreditation process is to provide the participating agency with information to support continuous improvement, as well as foster the pursuit of professional excellence.

Connect to the CALEA Public Access Portal for the James Madison University Police Department.