Citizen Police Academy
This is a free, 15-hour, 5-week course designed to give residents a working knowledge of the operations and responsibilities of the Richfield Police. It is also a great opportunity to meet Richfield’s police officers.

- Administrative Overview
- Patrol Procedures
- Police Communications
- Criminal Investigations
- Traffic Enforcement
- Tour of Police Facilities
- Hennepin County Crime Lab and more
Any person who is at least 18 years old and lives or owns a business in Richfield may attend the academy. There are no physical qualifications necessary and mandatory attendance of all sessions is NOT required. A criminal history check will be conducted on all applicants so please provide your full name and date of birth.
Please click here to complete the online registration. A confirmation letter along with a course schedule will be mailed to you at two weeks prior to class.
