Montgomery County Police Department: (Law Enforcement Apprentice Program L.E.A.P.)

Volunteers and interns serve with diligence, pride, and dedication, and they continue to introduce new ideas, a fresh outlook, and an invigorating spirit to our workforce. Their contributions are highly valued and greatly appreciated by the Police Department and the community it serves.

Law Enforcement Apprentice Program – L.E.A.P.

-Minimum age – 16Successfully pass background check.

-Ability to volunteer a minimum of 8 hours per week or 6 months in the program.

-Be a U.S. citizen or have a valid green card.

-Interns typically work anytime Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

What special projects may I be involved with?

-Ability to participate in training operations.

-Assist police officers with alcohol enforcement efforts.

-Assist police officers with underage cigarette/alcohol purchases.

-Assist officers at special community events such as the County Fair and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

-Ride-along opportunities with police officers.

What training opportunities are available?

-Officer Safety

-Patrol Procedures

-Police Radio Communications

-Traffic lawsReport writing including criminal and civil citations

-SWAT

-K-9

-Forensics

-Narcotics

-Community Policing