BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Police Department has become one of the first agencies in the state to be certified under the Safe Policing for Safe Communities Executive Order.
The Safe Communities Executive Order states how law enforcement agencies must meet certain standards and criteria regarding use of force before being eligible for federal grant funding. The Barnegat Police Department is now qualified to receive federal grants for three years.
A letter from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) was given to the department stating their eligibility by meeting conditions such as prohibiting choke holds, teaching use of force standards and much more.
“Through the hard work and effort of our officers, the Barnegat Police Department continues to be at the forefront of progressive policing practices and reflects the commitment of the New Jersey law enforcement profession to lead the country in fair, equitable, and effective policing,” said Chief Keith A. Germain.
