As a not-for-profit, multi-national, public safety accrediting body, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®) is dedicated to the development and maintenance of critical law enforcement standards. These constitutionally grounded and portable set of standards are structured to complement the needs of the public, while also providing a foundational blueprint to support public safety agencies in the voluntary pursuit of excellence through the process of accreditation. READ MORE

The CALEA Communications, Training Academy, and Campus Security Standards Manuals have been updated. The manuals are currently available in your agency PowerDMS site. When appropriate please publish the latest version of the manual in your agency's site.

In 2019 CALEA recognized 40 years of providing professional credentialing services in the field of public safety. As a result of the effort and dedication of all those associated with the organization, CALEA continues to make tremendous advancements, all culminating in the enhancement of services across each accreditation program.

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the operations of almost every organization around the globe, and has caused individuals to adjust their daily life activities to maintain personal safety and health.

Congratulations to all agencies awarded in March!

As a public safety credentialing association our top priority is the health and well-being of our clients, employees, and communities.

In light of continued concerns surrounding the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), the Commission has decided to cancel the upcoming conference in Orlando, FL March 18-21, 2020.

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Commissioner Lynch is named chief safety officer for University of Utah. Congratulations Commissioner Marlon Lynch!

On January 15, 2020, James “Jim” D. Brown retired from CALEA after faithfully serving the organization for 24 years. During his tenure, Jim served in the positions of associate director and conference planner.