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# GACP

Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police

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## Posts

- [Training Approval Request - FORM](https://gachiefs.com/training-approval-request-form/) - GACP Excutive / manangement training approval request This approval request form requires that the following are provided with the submission Pre Approved Courses requirecertificates and/or a record of the course’s completion All other courses requireSupporting data supporting the training as executive/management level training (syllabus, course curriculum, PowerPoint, etc.)Qualifications of the presenter (POST Certified, Guest Instructor, etc.)Certificate and/or

## Pages

- [Home](https://gachiefs.com/) - GACP Welcome to the Official Webstie for the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police.
- [State Certification](https://gachiefs.com/state-certification/) - GACP State Certification About Certification Certification Documents Order Certification Merchandise Apply for Certification Apply for Certification Awards State Certified Agencies 2025 Data Collection Survey “Change is occurring at a faster pace than any time in history. As a police leader, you can embrace this reality and be an integral part of the process or have
- [State Certified Agencies](https://gachiefs.com/state-certified-agencies/) - GACP State Certified agencies Acworth Police DepartmentAlbany Police DepartmentAlbany Technical College Police DepartmentAlpharetta Police DepartmentAmericus Police DepartmentAthens Technical College Police DepartmentAthens/Clarke County Police DepartmentAtlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta Technical College Police DepartmentAugusta Technical College Police DepartmentAugusta University Police DepartmentAustell Police DepartmentBaldwin County Sheriff’s Office Ball Ground Police DepartmentBanks County Sheriff’s OfficeBarnesville Police DepartmentBarrow County Sheriff’s OfficeBibb County Sheriff’s
- [Corporate Directory](https://gachiefs.com/corporate-directory/) - 2026 CORPORATE DIRECTORY If you’re looking for a new vendor for your department, start here! Our corporate members provide a wide range of products and services to agencies across the state. For assistance in becoming a corporate member for the first time, please email gambrell@gachiefs.com As always, thank you to our 2026 partners, and a very special
- [About 081924](https://gachiefs.com/about-081924/) - About the GACP Executive Board GACP Staff Committee Chairs District Reps About the GACP Incorporated in 1962, the GACP has grown in membership, influence and professionalism to become one of the most respected law enforcement associations in the state. It is the largest professional association for law enforcement administrators in Georgia, and one of the
- [Become a Speaker for Our Conferences](https://gachiefs.com/become-a-speaker-for-our-conferences/) - Thank you for applying to be a speaker with Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. We have two conferences annually and we are always looking for talented, diverse and dynamic speakers each year. GACP aspires to increase the levels of police professionalism and enhance educational credentials and professional development for law enforcement executives. Please complete the
- [Conferences & Training](https://gachiefs.com/training/) - CONFERENCES Speak at our Conferences Attendee Registration Exhibitor Registration Attendee Registration Corporate Showcase Registration Training 2026 TRAINING GUIDELINES Please read the following information regarding the process of obtaining GACP Executive/Management Level Training Credit. CLICK HERE FOR VIRTUAL TRAINING GUIDELINES Training requirements for agency/department heads as defined by Georgia Code §35-8-20:Training for newly appointed police chiefs
- [2026 Approved Courses](https://gachiefs.com/approved-courses/) - 2026 APPROVED COURSES 2026 APPROVED COURSESUnder O.C.G.A. §35‐8‐20, all heads of law enforcement agencies must receive their annual training as selected and provided by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. GACP recognizes the training programs listed below as APPROVED for executive/management hours during the 2026 calendar year. Please note limitations regarding online – virtual
- [Job Board Request FORM](https://gachiefs.com/job-board-request-form/) - Job Board Request Form To request a job be added to our board, please fill out the form below. Please note: We only accept job positions of command staff rank or higher for our job board. Questions or technical issues with the form? Please email gambrell@gachiefs.com Job Title Expires Department Name Department Image Address Phone Number Department
- [Award Nomination Form](https://gachiefs.com/award-nomination/) - gacp Award nomination form Award Outstanding Chief Of The Year Award Police Supervisor Of The Year Police Officer Of The Year Administrative Assistant Of The Year Award Agency Size/Type: K-12 school agencies College / university / technical college agencies Between 1 – 10 sworn officers Between 11 – 25 sworn officers Between 26 – 50
- [Professional Assessments](https://gachiefs.com/services/) - Professional Assessment Services CEO/Agency Head Executive Recruitment Assessment​ Improving the quality of police services begins with good management and effective leadership. One of the most important decisions that a local unit of government will make is the selection of a CEO. GACP provides assistance to municipal and county governments in recruiting and selecting chiefs of
- [GOHS Technology Grant](https://gachiefs.com/gohs-tech-grant/) - GOHS Technology Grant GOHS Technology Grant FY 2026 The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP) proudly announces that applications are being accepted for the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) FY 2026 Technology Grant to assist agencies with accurately reporting crash data to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Grant funding is limited to
- [GA Police Chief Magazine Listing](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine-listing/) - 2026 | spring 2026 | Winter 2025 | fall 2025 | SUMMER 2025 | SPRING 2025 | WINTER 2024 | FALL 2024 | SUMMER 2024| SPRING 2024 | Winter 2023 | Fall 2023 | Summer 2023 | Spring 2023 | Winter 2022 | Fall 2022 | Summer 2022 | Spring 2022 I WINTER
- [GACP White Papers](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-whitepapers/) - GACP WHITE PAPERS Analysis of the Peace Officer and Prosecuter Training Fund White Paper- 2012 Analysis of the Peace Officer and Prosecuter Training Fund - 2012 The purpose of this document is to increase the knowledge of all Georgia stakeholders relating to the administration of training funds collected under the “Peace Officer and Prosecutor Training
- [District Representatives](https://gachiefs.com/district-representatives/) - District Representatives View Duties and Responsibilities District 1 Chief Keith Jackson (A) Homerville Police Department Chief Oscar Steve Hyman (E) Tifton Police Department Atkinson, Bacon, Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Clinch, Coffee, Cook, Crisp, Echols, Irwin. Jeff Davis, Lanier, Lowndes, Montgomery, Telfair, Tift, Turner, Wheeler, Wilcox District 2 Chief Michael Persley (E) Albany Police Department Chief
- [GACP Awards](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-awards/) - GACP AWARDS Outstanding Chief of the Year Award Nominations for this award may be submitted by anyone wishing to nominate a Chief/Head of a Law Enforcement Agency who is a GACP member in good standing. GACP Executive Board members are excluded from consideration for this award.When applying for the Outstanding Chief of the Year Award,
- [Contact](https://gachiefs.com/contact/) - Contact GACP Send Us a Message Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Comment Name or Name *FirstLastEmail *Comment or MessageSubmit Name Email Message Send Phone: 770.495.9650 Email: gambrell@gachiefs.com 280 Technology Parkway, Peachtree Corners GA, 30092
- [GACP Training Guidelines](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-training-guidlines/) - GACP Training Guidelines TRAINING GUIDELINES Please read the following information regarding the process of obtaining GACP Executive/Management Level Training Credit. Training requirements for agency/department heads as defined by Georgia Code §35-8-20:Definition of agency/department head, is defined in Georgia Code §35-8-2 (4):Training classes such as report writing, LIDAR training, traffic accident reconstruction, impact weapons, commercial vehicle
- [Programs](https://gachiefs.com/programs-resources/) - GACP Programs State Certification GACP Awards Professional Assessments GACP Job Board GACP Corporate Directory FY 2026 GOHS Technology Grant GACP White Papers DPS Legal Review Command College
- [dr-curtis-mclungmotorola-award-of-excellence](https://gachiefs.com/dr-curtis-mcclungmotorola-award-of-excellence/) - 2025 McClung/Motorola Award nomination form Agency Name Agency Head Name of Project Project Main Contact Phone Number Submitter Information: Your Name Your Rank Your Agency Your Phone Number Your Email Please ensure cover letter is five (5) pages or less. Packages Six (6) pages or more will not be accepted. File size can not be
- [Membership](https://gachiefs.com/membership/) - GACP MEMBERSHIP TYPES Become Part of the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police Chief Executive Membership​ Individual Chief Executive Membership Dues are on a calendar year basis (January 1st – December 31st) and cost $150 if paid before or on January 31st.Any full-time certified law enforcement peace officer, as defined by Georgia Code and/or POST Rules,
- [Events Calendar](https://gachiefs.com/test-calendar-page/) - GACP Events Calendar For the calendar of District Meetings, click here
- [Job Board](https://gachiefs.com/job-board/) - GACP JOB BOARD Post a Job Position: Public Safety, Trainer 3 (LE Investigations/Traffic Programs-Impaired Driving & Speed Detection Department / Agency Georgia Public Safety Training Center Closing Date: September 4, 2026 Position: Security Operations Investigator Department / Agency Office of the Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts Closing Date: August 31, 2026 Position:
- [DPS Legal Review](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-update/) - DPS Legal Review Presented by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police DPS Legal Update June 2026 | Volume 25 No. 6 DPS Legal Update May 2026 | Volume 25 No. 5 DPS Legal Update April 2026 | Volume 25 No. 4 DPS Legal Update March 2026 | Volume 25 No. 3 DPS Legal Update
- [Sign In](https://gachiefs.com/sign-in/) - GACP Member Portal Already a GACP Member?If you are a current GACP Chief Executive, Command, Professional, Life, Associate or Corporate Member, you may now access the membership portal. With the GACP MEMBERSHIP PORTAL you can review and/or pay your membership dues as well as register for events.To set up your account for the first time, you must
- [State Certification Application-FORM](https://gachiefs.com/state-certification-application-form/) - GACP State Certification Application SUBMISSION Agency Name Department Logo / Patch Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State Zip Applicant Name Applicant email address Applicant Phone Number Please attach all resquired files to for application consideration Upload Documentation (PDF,DOC,DOCX Files only) Send
- [State Certification Award Request - FORM](https://gachiefs.com/state-certification-award-request-form/) - GACP State Certification Service Award Request Agency Name Department Logo / Patch Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State Zip Applicant Name Applicant email address Applicant Phone Number CEO Attestment As CEO of the agency, I respectfully request consideration by the State Certification Committee for the following award and hereby certify that the information
- [Privacy Policy](https://gachiefs.com/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy To protect the privacy of our users, we have implemented a comprehensive privacy policy. We understand that our users value their personal information and we are committed to keeping it safe and secure. Our privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information that we gather from our users. We only

## Events

- [GA Law Enforcement Command College Alumni Annual Training](https://gachiefs.com/event/12734/) - The Command College's annual training will be held on held May 26-28, 2026, at the Cunningham Conference Center, at 3100 Gentian Blvd, Columbus, GA 31907. This year, the program features an engaging six-hour session on the Governor's Initiative topics, complemented by an extensive 14-hour executive training selection. They are pleased to offer this training free of charge, making
- [GPAC Summer Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/gpac-summer-conference/) - GPAC is hosting their 2026 Summer Conference in June at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa in Young Harris, GA. Training includes a wide range of topics related to both State Certification, CALEA Accreditation, and Office of the Sheriff Accreditation. GPAC hotel rate is $199.00 a night. This four-day conference is an executive-level training program that
- [Open Records Course - May 2026](https://gachiefs.com/event/open-records-course-may-2026/) - The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police invites you to attend our upcoming Open Records Course, designed to equip law enforcement leaders and public safety professionals with the latest guidance on Georgia’s Open Records Act. This session will be a total of three hours with a two hour informational session followed by a one hour
- [22nd Annual GALEC Chaplains Training Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/22nd-annual-galec-chaplains-training-conference/) - Training Dates: Basic Training: August 10–13, 2026 Advanced Training: August 11–13, 2026 For more Info: https://galec.org/training/
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-4/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. *Available for 6 executive credit hours* To register, go to: https://www.lgrms.com/Training-Event-Calendar.aspx .
- [2026 Fall Training Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/2026-fall-training-conference/) - Save the Date!
- [2026 Spring Training Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/2026-spring-training-conference/) - For more information: Attendees: https://gacp.memberclicks.net/2026-SPTC-Attendee-Registration Exhibitors: https://gacp.memberclicks.net/2026-SPTC-Exhibitor-Registration
- [Chief Executive Training Program - November 2026](https://gachiefs.com/event/chief-executive-training-program-november-2026/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [Chief Executive Training Program - August 2026](https://gachiefs.com/event/chief-executive-training-program-august-2026/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [Chief Executive Training Program - March 2026](https://gachiefs.com/event/chief-executive-training-program-march-2026/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [Chief Executive Training Program - June 2026](https://gachiefs.com/event/chief-executive-training-program-june-2026/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [Georgia State Certification Manager Training Course](https://gachiefs.com/event/georgia-state-certification-manager-training-course-2/) - THIS COURSE IS AT MAX CAPACITY Georgia State Certification Manager Training Course February 25, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Registration Fee: $125.00 This training program will present instruction on performing the responsibilities of a Georgia State Certification Manager, which includes maintaining the agency’s files and proofs that show compliance with the State of Georgia
- [2026 Administrative Staff Seminar](https://gachiefs.com/event/2026-administrative-staff-seminar/) - Save the Date!
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-3/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. *Available for 6 executive credit hours* To register, go to: https://www.lgrms.com/Training-Event-Calendar.aspx .
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-2/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. *Available for 6 executive credit hours* To register, go to: https://www.lgrms.com/Training-Event-Calendar.aspx .
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. *Available for 6 executive credit hours* To register, go to: https://www.lgrms.com/Training-Event-Calendar.aspx .
- [Open Records Workshop](https://gachiefs.com/event/open-records-workshop/) - The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police invites you to attend our upcoming Open Records Workshop, designed to equip law enforcement leaders and public safety professionals with the latest guidance on Georgia’s Open Records Act. Date: August 5, 2025 Location: Georgia Public Training Center - Forsyth 1000 Indian Springs Drive Forsyth, GA 31029 Fee: Free
- [2025 State Certification Manager Training - August](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-state-certification-august/) - Georgia State Certification Manager Training Course August 28, 2025 8:30am - 5:00pm Registration Fee: $125.00 This training program will present instruction on performing the responsibilities of a Georgia State Certification Manager, which includes maintaining the agency’s files and proofs that show compliance with the State of Georgia Certification Standards Manual. ______________________________________________________ Location: GACP 3500 Duluth
- [2025 Administrative Staff Seminar](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-administrative-staff-seminar/) - October 28 - 30, 2025 Location: Westin Atlanta Gwinnett 6450 Sugarloaf Parkway Duluth, Georgia 30097 Hotel Lodgings (Reservation Cut-off Date: September 29, 2025) The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett - 204.00 USD per night Book your group rate for the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police Administrative Staff Seminar Please Note: As requested by the hotel, signed
- [Local Government Risk Management Services](https://gachiefs.com/event/local-government-risk-management-services/)
- [POAG Homicide Symposium](https://gachiefs.com/event/poag-homicide-symposium/) - *Available for 4 executive credit hours*
- [2025 Command College Annual Training Initiative](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-command-college-annual-training-initiative/) - Command College is thrilled to unveil their annual training itinerary, which will be held May 27-29, 2025, at the Cunningham Conference Center, at 3100 Gentian Blvd, Columbus, GA 31907. This year, the program features an engaging six-hour session on the Governor's Initiative topics, complemented by an extensive 14-hour executive training selection. This training is being
- [VALOR Executive Leadership Workshop](https://gachiefs.com/event/valor-executive-leadership-workshop/) - Registration can be completed here: http://s.iir.com/VALOR_ELW_060325 DESCRIPTION The VALOR Executive Leadership Workshop is a four-hour, in-person, classroom-based workshop that brings participants together to discuss their agencies’ organizational culture of safety and wellness. This workshop inspires, educates, and challenges law enforcement executives to advance officer safety and wellness strategies within their agencies. This workshop will
- [14th Annual Children's Advocacy Symposium](https://gachiefs.com/event/14th-annual-childrens-advocacy-symposium/) - 2025 Symposium Agenda *Available for 4 Executive Credit Hours*
- [Navigating the Use of Force Investigation](https://gachiefs.com/event/navigating-the-use-of-force-investigation/) - The Force Forum is a training conference for public safety professionals and attorneys who represent them. The conference is for those seeking best practices and cutting-edge research on investigating and defending the use of force. The theme for this year’s program is navigating the crunch time immediately following an OIS or critical incident. Our expert
- [Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement](https://gachiefs.com/event/emotional-survival-for-law-enforcement/) - *Available for 4 executive credit hours* Click the flyer below for more details:
- [21st Annual G.A.L.E.C Chaplains Training](https://gachiefs.com/event/21st-annual-g-a-l-e-c-chaplains-training/) - The Georgia Association of Law Enforcement Chaplains is offering the basic chaplains training course for any chaplain who has not received the mandated training and will provide advanced training for those who have already taken the basic course. The basic course will begin August 11th and the advanced course will begin August 12th. For more
- [State Certification Managers Training - 2025 March](https://gachiefs.com/event/state-certification-managers-training-2025-march/) - ATTENTION: THIS TRAINING IS AT MAX CAPACITY! Please contact Keira Lee (reception@gachiefs.com) to be placed on a waitlist. Georgia State Certification Manager Training March 27, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $125.00 This training program will present instruction on performing the responsibilities of a Georgia State Certification Manager, which includes maintaining the
- [2025 Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Thomasville, GA](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-thomasville-ga/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff alike, to identify risk
- [District 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-11-meeting-6/) - District 11 will meet on January 15th at 11:30 am. Acworth Chief Mark Cheatham will present on AI and the Art of Adjudication.
- [2025 Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Kennesaw](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-kennesaw/) - Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff
- [2025 Law Enforcement Risk Specialist - Monroe County](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-law-enforcement-risk-specialist-monroe-county/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff alike, to identify risk associated
- [2025 Gang Prosecution Symposium](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-gang-prosecution-symposium/) - Four hours of executive credit will be given for the presentations on Mexican Drug Cartels Part 1 & Part 2 by U.S. Marshall (ret.) Richard Almonte.
- [2025 CETP - August Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-cetp-august-session/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-8/) - District 9 will meet on December 17th at 9:00 a.m. Sgt. Richard Barber will present on Current Auto Theft Trends. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-10/) - District 7 Meeting - Grovetown Police Department Details Coming Soon....
- [District 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-11-meeting-5/) - District 11 will meet at the Kennesaw Golden Corral on Wednesday, November 20th at 11:30 a.m. Special Agent Rick Redd of the National Insurance Crime Bureau will present how the organization assists police departments and services offered to help combat auto theft throughout Georgia. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-7/) - The Jefferson Police Department will be hosting the District 9 meeting on November 19th. The meeting will begin at 10:0 am and will include a presentation on "Criminal Investigations for the Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire" by Special Agent in Charge Michael Browning. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-9/) - District 7 will meet on November 21st at the Rustic Grill in Swainsboro PD. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-9/) - District 2 Meeting will be held via Webex on November 20th at 11:00 a.m. Login information will be sent via email to all district members. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [2024 Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Garden City, GA](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-garden-city-ga/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is explicitly aimed at reducing departmental law enforcement risks. It is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts, focusing on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff in identifying risks associated with day-to-day agency operations.
- [District 6 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-6-meeting-5/) - The Pooler Police Department will be hosting the District 6 meeting on November 6th at 1:00 PM. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-7/) - The next District 2 meeting will be held on October 16th at 11 am
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-6/) - Assistant Chief Tommy Nelson will present training on Valuable vs. Valued
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-8/) - District 7 Meeting - Columbia County BOE The training will be Below 100.
- [District 8 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-8-meeting-4/) - The next meeting will be Tuesday, October 29 at 10:30 a.m. John Robison from Alpharetta PD will present the "Keeping the Fire of Leadership Burning" course. The meeting will be held at the Polk County EMA Meeting room located at: Polk County EMA 55 Cline Ingram Jackson Rd Cedartown, Ga. 30125 It's within
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-6/) - The District 2 meeting will be hosted via Webex on September 18th at 10 am. The information will be sent to each district member via email.
- [2025 CETP - November Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-cetp-november-session/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [2025 CETP - June Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-cetp-june-session/) - *Please contact Sewa Fields to confirm availability* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class,
- [District 6 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-6-meeting-4/) - The Pooler Police Department will be hosting the next District 6 meeting on September 25th at 1:00 pm.
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-5/) - The Loganville Police Department will host the GACP District 9 meeting on September 17, 2024. GBI Special Agent Ryan Long will provide the training on the GBI response to officer-involved shooting incidents.
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-7/) - District 7 will be meeting on September 18th and will be hosted by Chief Jamey Kitchens from the Grovetown Police Department. *Available for executive credit*
- [2025 Spring Training Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-spring-training-conference/) - Save the Date
- [2024 State Certification Training – Manager](https://gachiefs.com/event/georgia-state-certification-manager-training-course/) - Georgia State Certification Manager Training Course September 26, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Registration Fee: $125.00 *Please note if you are already scheduled to attend the September 25th training, we will not allow a change to the new date* This training program will present instruction on performing the responsibilities of a Georgia State Certification Manager, which
- [2024 State Certification Training - Manager](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-state-certification-training-manager/) - Georgia State Certification Manager Training Course *THIS CLASS IS AT MAX CAPACITY! Please contact Keira Lee (reception@gachiefs.com) to be placed on a waitlist.* September 25, 2024 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $125.00 This training program will present instructions on performing the responsibilities of a Georgia State Certification Manager, which includes maintaining the agency’s
- [District 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-11-meeting-4/) - District 11 Meeting - Golden Corral, Kennesaw, GA
- [District 10 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-10-meeting-2/) - Tyrone Police Department will be hosting the September District 10 meeting on Monday, September 30th. The meeting will be held at the Tyrone City Hall and will begin at 10:00 a.m. Law Enforcement Risk Consultant Natalie Sellers will be presenting on Risk Management. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-5/) - The August District 2 meeting will be hosted via Webex on August 21st at 10 am. The information will be sent to each district member via email.
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-8/) - District 2 Meeting - Virtual (Log In Provided Via Email Invitation)
- [District 3 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-3-meeting-6/) - The last District 3 meeting of the year will be hosted by Chief Stoney Mathis and the Columbus Police Department. This meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 10th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.
- [District 3 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-3-meeting-5/) - The Greenville Police Department will host the next District 3 meeting on Monday, November 4th, beginning at 10 am. For the training portion of the meeting, Master Instructor Charles Besse will be presenting on 2024 Legislative Updates. This meeting will be held at 1224 Terrell St. Greenville, GA 30222, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-4/) - The Athens-Clarks Co. PD will be hosting the next District 9 meeting on August 20th at 9:00 am. Detective James Smith will present on "Drone Units for Law Enforcement".
- [District 8 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-8-meeting-3/) - District 8 Chiefs' meeting and training will be held at the GNTC Campus Conference Center in Calhoun on August 28th at 10:00 a.m. There will be a vendor presentation by InVeris Training Solutions, networking time, lunch, and the training topic will be "Preparing Your Staff for First Amendment Auditors". Two hours of POST Executive Training
- [District 3 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-3-meeting-4/) - The next District 3 meeting will be hosted by the Greenville Police Department On Monday, November 8th. Meeting and training will be held from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. In the meeting, we will discuss upcoming plans for the year 2025 and discuss information brought back from the IACP conference. Training will be over 2024
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-3/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. REGISTER NOW! *Available for executive credit*
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-2/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. REGISTER NOW! *Available for executive credit*
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. REGISTER NOW! *Available for executive credit*
- [2024 Chief Executive Training Program - August Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-chief-executive-training-program-august-session/) - *This course is FULL. Please contact Sewa Fields for other availabilities* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-4/) - The Albany State University-West Campus will be hosting the District 2 meeting on June 26th at 11:00 a.m. Chief James Spooner will be presenting on 2024 Legislative Updates. *Available for executive credits*
- [District 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-11-meeting-3/) - District 11 will be hosting its next meeting on Wednesday, June 26th. The meeting will be at the Golden Corral - Kennesaw location and will start at 11:30 a.m. Director Danny Bates of the GA Department of Revenue will present on the Alcohol and Tobacco Division and Office of Special Investigations. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 6 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-6-meeting-3/) - The Pooler Police Department will be hosting the June District 6 meeting on Wednesday, June 26th at 1:00 p.m.
- [District 4 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-4-meeting/) - District 4 will be meeting on June 20th at the Byron Police Department. Networking will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by P.O.S.T Council updates provided by Captain Bryan Hunter. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-3/) - District 9 will be meeting on June 18th at the University of North GA - Oconee Campus. Networking will begin at 9:00 a.m. followed by a presentation from Executive Director Michelle Dickens on SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners) - Update on the Standard Services Provided Child Advocacy and Sexual Assault Centers. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 8 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-8-meeting-2/) - The upcoming District 8 Chief’s Meeting will be held on June 26, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The training will take place at the Villa Rica Police Department Training Center, located at 70 Horace Luther Drive, Villa Rica, GA 30180. The schedule for the day is as follows: District Meeting: 10:00 AM to
- [District 10 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-10-meeting/) - The City of Hampton Depot will be hosting the next District 10 meeting on Thursday, June 20th at 9:00 a.m. Felipe Den-brock will be presenting on Crisis/Risk Management. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 3 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-3-meeting-3/) - The June District 3 meeting will be held at the Hogansville Court Annex at 600 East Main Street. The meeting will be from 10:00 AM until 1 PM with district business first followed by two presentations. Grant writers Lynn Miller and Michelle Hollis are responsible for procuring several million dollars in grants and charitable donations
- [2024 Summer Training Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-summer-training-conference/) - More Details Here!
- [District 1 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-1-meeting-2/) - Chief Steve Hyman and the Tifton Police Department will be hosting the District 1 June meeting. The meeting will be held June 25, 2024 at the Leroy Rogers Center 315 West 2nd Street Tifton from 11:00 to 13:00 hours. Training will be provided by Chief Purvis of Ashburn Police Department. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-3/) - District 2 will be hosting their May meeting via WebEx on May 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Login information will be sent via email prior to the meeting. *Available for one hour of executive credit*
- [District 5 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-5-meeting/) - District 5 will be meeting via Microsoft Teams on Thursday, May 16th at 9:00 a.m.
- [District 6 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-6-meeting-2/) - The Pooler Police Department will be hosting the May District 6 meeting on May 22nd. The meeting will begin at 1:00 pm.
- [2025 Fall Training Conference](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-fall-training-conference/) - Save the Date
- [GACP Executive Board Meeting - May 23, 2024](https://gachiefs.com/event/gacp-executive-board-meeting-may-23-2024/) - Please see details below regarding the upcoming GACP Executive Board Meeting which will be held at the GACP Headquarters. Location: GACP Headquarters Address: 3500 Duluth Park Lane Suite 700 Duluth, GA 30096 Date: May 23, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. GACP Executive Board Meeting - May 23, 2024
- [Dsitrict 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/dsitrict-11-meeting/) - Join District 11 for their monthly meeting on May 15th at the Golden Corral - Kennesaw location. The meeting will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a presentation from Executive Director Chris Barnett on the latest updates from Pardons and Paroles and will discuss their partnership with local law enforcement.
- [GGIA Human Trafficking Training - Not Available for Executive Credit](https://gachiefs.com/event/ggia-human-trafficking-training-not-available-for-executive-credit/) - Human Trafficking Training! June 6-7, 2024 The Georgia Gang Investigators Association is honored to partner with Atlanta Redemption Ink (ARI), and the City of Peachtree City, and with the collaboration of IHG Hotels & Resorts, in offering an unparalleled opportunity for learning and networking and RISING IN ACTION against human trafficking. This event is meticulously
- [Lexipol Webinar Invitation - Executive Credit Available](https://gachiefs.com/event/lexipol-webinar-invitation-executive-credit-available/) - GACP members are invited to participate in a webinar training provided by Lexipol. One hour of executive credit is available upon completion. For more information, please see below: Lexipol and Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police present "Navigating Finances and Grants: Leadership Strategies for Success" Wednesday, May 15 | 1 pm Eastern Presented by: Chief
- [2025 Chief Executive Training Program - January Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-chief-executive-training-program-january-session/) - If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class, please contact Sewa Fields, Training Coordinator at
- [2025 Chief Executive Training Program - March Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2025-chief-executive-training-program-march-session/) - If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class, please contact Sewa Fields, Training Coordinator at
- [2024 Chief Executive Training Program - December Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-chief-executive-training-program-december-session/) - *This course will be for CHIEF EXECUTIVES/HEAD OF AGENCY ONLY* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register
- [2024 Chief Executive Training Program - Sept/October Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-chief-executive-training-program-sept-october-session/) - *This course is FULL. Please contact Sewa Fields for other availabilities* If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to
- [District 1 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-1-meeting/) - District 1 will be hosting the May meeting on May 15th at the Golden Corral - Tifton location, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be provided.
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-6/) - The District 7 May meeting will be held by the Wadley Police Department on May 14th. A presentation on Peer Support in Public Safety will be given by David R. James of the Department of Public Safety.
- [GACP Executive Board Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/gacp-executive-board-meeting/) - The April GACP Executive Board Meeting will be held with the District 10 meeting. Location: Fayetteville City Hall Address: 210 Stonewall Avenue West Fayetteville, GA 30214 Date: April 25, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. GACP Executive Board Meeting Agenda - April 25, 2024
- [District 3 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-3-meeting-2/) - The April district meeting will be held on Monday, April 29 at Warm Springs PD. The address is 105 South Oak Rd. Warm Springs, Ga. 31830. This meeting will consist of executive training and elections for district reps. This month’s meeting is hosted by the Roosevelt Institute Police Department and Warm Springs Police Department collectively.
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting-2/) - District 2 will be meeting via Webex on April 17th at 10:00 a.m. Details will be emailed by the District Representatives. *Available for Executive Credit*
- [District 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-11-meeting-2/) - District 11 will be meeting at the Kennesaw Golden Corral on April 17th at 11:00 a.m. *Available for executive credit*
- [2024 Chief Executive Training Program - April/May Session](https://gachiefs.com/event/2024-chief-executive-training-program-april-may-session/) - If you are a New Chief or Head of a Law Enforcement Agency, please review Code Section 35-8-20.1(a) for information on this class and your mandate regarding executive/management-level training. Click here to see Code Section 35-8-20.1(a). If you are a new chief and need to register for this class, please contact Sewa Fields, Training Coordinator at
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting-2/) - District 9 will be meeting on April 16th at the Winder Police Department. The meeting will begin at 9:00 am with training over 2024 Marijuana/THC Changes in Law. *Available for executive credit* THC Updates - 2024
- [District 6 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-6-meeting/) - District 6 will be meeting at the Pooler Police Department on April 17th at 1:00 p.m. *Available for executive credit*
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-2/) - The April District 7 meeting will be held in Grovetown at 113 E. Robinson Ave. Grovetown, GA on Wednesday, April 17th. The meeting will begin at
- [Test Event 03-24-2024 at 1200 HRS](https://gachiefs.com/event/test-event-03-24-2024-at-1200-hrs/) - this is the is the information from the text editor
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Tifton, GA](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-tifton-ga/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff alike, to identify risks
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-5/) - Save the Date
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-4/) - Save the date
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting-3/) - Save the Date
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/2286/) - Save the date
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Athens, GA](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-athens-ga/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff alike, to identify risks associated
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Rome, GA](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-rome-ga/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff alike, to identify risks associated
- [Law Enforcement Risk Specialist Training - Brunswick, GA](https://gachiefs.com/event/law-enforcement-risk-specialist-training-brunswick-ga/) - The Law Enforcement Risk Specialist (LERS) training is aimed specifically towards reducing departmental law enforcement risks. This training is structured to provide valuable law enforcement risk management concepts that will focus on reducing departmental exposure. GMA, ACCG, and LGRMS are sponsoring this program to assist Law Enforcement leadership and command staff alike, to identify risks associated
- [District 8 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-8-meeting/) - March District 8 meeting will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, March 28th at the Hiram Police Department.
- [District 7 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-7-meeting/) - Save the Date!
- [District 3 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-3-meeting/) - Due to the tragic loss of LaGrange Mayor Willie Edmonson, District 3 will be postponing the February meeting to Thursday, February 28th at 10:00 a.m. Please keep the family of Mayor Edmonson and the city of LaGrange in your thoughts and prayers.
- [District 2 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-2-meeting/)
- [District 9 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-9-meeting/) - ASAC Katie Walker of the GBI’s Metro Gang Task Force will be presenting a session on Current Gang Trends in GA at the February 20th District 9 Meeting. The meeting will be held at 9:00 am at the following address: Elberton Campus of Athens Tech College Building #200 1317 Athens Hwy Elberton, GA 30635
- [District 11 Meeting](https://gachiefs.com/event/district-11-meeting/)

## State Certified Agencies

- [Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-26/)
- [Chatham County Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-25/)
- [Brookhaven Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-17/)
- [Banks County Sheriff's Office](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-11/)
- [Catoosa County Sheriff's Office](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-24/)
- [Cartersville Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-23/)
- [Canton Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-20/)
- [Carrollton Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-22/)
- [Carroll County Sheriff's Office](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-21/)
- [Camilla Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-19/)
- [Brunswick Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-18/)
- [Braselton Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-16/)
- [Bloomingdale Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-15/)
- [Bibb County Sheriff's Office](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-14/)
- [Barrow County Sheriff's Office](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-13/)
- [Barnesville Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-12/)
- [Baldwin County Sheriff's Office](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-10/)
- [Augusta University Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-9/)
- [Atlanta Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-8/)
- [Athens-Clarke County Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-7/)
- [Americus Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-6/)
- [Alpharetta Department of Public Safety](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-5/)
- [Albany Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-4/)
- [Adel Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-3/)
- [Acworth Police Department](https://gachiefs.com/ga-cert-agencies/test-organization-2/)

## Corporate Directory

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## DPS Legal Review

- [June 2026 | Volume 25 No. 6](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/june-2026-volume-25-no-6/)
- [May 2026 | Volume 25 No. 5](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/may-2026-volume-25-no-5/)
- [March 2026 | Volume 25 No. 3](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/march-2026-volume-25-no-3/)
- [April 2026 | Volume 25 No. 4](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/april-2026-volume-25-no-4/)
- [February 2026 | Volume 25 No. 2](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/february-2026-volume-25-no-2/)
- [January 2026 | Volume 25 No. 1](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/january-2026-volume-25-no-1/)
- [December 2025 | Volume 24 No. 12](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/december-2025-volume-24-no-12/)
- [November 2025 | Volume 24 No. 11](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/november-2025-volume-24-no-11/)
- [October 2025 | Volume 24 No. 10](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/11650/)
- [March 2025 | Volume 24  No. 3](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/march-2025-volume-24-no-3/)
- [September 2025 | Volume 24 No. 9](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/september-2025-volume-24-no-9/)
- [August 2025 | Volume 24 No. 8](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/august-2025-volume-24-no-8/)
- [July 2025 | Volume 24 No. 7.5](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/july-2025-volume-24-no-7-5/)
- [June-July 2025 | Volume 24 Nos. 6-7](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/june-july-2025-volume-24-nos-6-7/)
- [May 2025 | Volume 24 No. 5](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/may-2025-volume-24-no-5/)
- [April 2025 | Volume 24 No. 4](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/april-2025-volume-24-no-4/)
- [February 2025 | Volume 2 4 No. 2](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/february-2025-volume-2-4-no-2/)
- [January 2025 | Volume 24 No. 1](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/dps-legal-review-january-2025-volume-24-no-1/)
- [October 2024 | Volume 22 No. 10](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/october-2024-volume-22-no-10/) - Published with the approval of Colonel William W. Hitchens III Legal Division Joan Crumpler, Director Clare McGuire, Deputy Director Dee Brophy, ALS Attorney Stephenie Dufford, Attorney Send questions/comments to cmcguire@gsp.net.
- [September 2024 | Volume 22 No. 9](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/september-2024-volume-22-no-9/) - Published with the approval of Colonel William W. Hitchens III Legal Division Joan Crumpler, Director Clare McGuire, Deputy Director Dee Brophy, ALS Attorney Send questions/comments to cmcguire@gsp.net.
- [August 2024 | Volume 22 No. 8](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/august-2024-volume-22-no-8/) - Published with the approval of Colonel William W. Hitchens III Legal Division Joan Crumpler, Director Clare McGuire, Deputy Director Dee Brophy, ALS Attorney Send questions/comments to cmcguire@gsp.net.
- [June 2024 | Volume 22 No. 6](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/june-2024-volume-22-no-6/) - Georgia Court of Appeals - Evidence Was Insufficient to Support Felony Fleeing Conviction United States District Court, Middle District of Georgia - Court Denies Motions to Supress Statements and Blood Test Results
- [July 2024 | Volume 22 No. 7](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/july-2024-volume-22-no-7/) - Georgia Court of Appeals - Deputy Unlawfully Prolonged Traffic Stop - Both Defendant's Initial And Subsequent Detention By Police Were Illegal
- [2024 March | Volume 22 No. 3](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/0000-month-volume-0/)
- [May 2024 | Volume 22 No. 5](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/may-2024-volume-22-no-5/) - 11th Circuit Court of Appeals - Were officers entitled to qualified immunity on plaintiffs’ false arrest Georgia Court of Appeals - Trial court erred in suppressing second sequential breath sample on intoxilyzer 9000
- [February 2024 | Volume 22 No. 2](https://gachiefs.com/dps-legal-review/february-2024-volume-22-no-2/)

## GACP Job Board

- [Public Safety, Trainer 3 Use of Force-Central/Critical Skills Section](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/public-safety-trainer-3-use-of-force-central-critical-skills-section/)
- [Public Safety, Trainer 3 (LE Investigations/Traffic Programs-Impaired Driving & Speed Detection](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/public-safety-trainer-3-use-of-force-central-critical-skills-section-2/)
- [Security Operations Investigator](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/security-operations-investigator/)
- [Training Coordinator](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/training-coordinator/)
- [Lieutenant](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/lieutenant/)
- [Sergeant](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/sergeant/)
- [Lieutenant Internal Affairs](https://gachiefs.com/gacp-job-board/lieutenant-internal-affairs/)

## GA Chief Magazine

- [Policing Technologies: Automated License Plate Readers, Then and Now](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/policingtechnologies/) - article SPRING | 2026 Policing Technologies: Automated License Plate Readers, Then and Now. By Dr. Edward Restrepo Spring | 2026 Today there is a large variety of technologies for law enforcement agencies to employ that enhance their capabilities to serve their communities. Some of these include Real Time Crime Centers (RTCC), drones, sound detection devices,
- [The Georgia Police Chief - 2026 Spring Edition](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/spring-2026/) - GACP Executive Board Anita Allen, PresidentTy Matthews, 1st Vice PresidentTony Lockard, 2nd Vice PresidentMike Richardson, 3rd Vice PresidentHarry Hess, 4th Vice PresidentJanet Moon, Immediate Past PresidentMichael Persley, Chair of the District Representatives GACP Staff Richard A. Carothers, General CounselA. A. Butch Ayers, Executive DirectorW. Dwayne Orrick. Assistant Executive DirectorMonica Duran, Training and Event DirectorSewa Fields,
- [Diamond Partner Advertisement](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/diamond-partner-advertisement-winter26-2/) - GACP DIAMOND PARTNER GACP PARTNERS THE GEORGIA POLICE CHIEF 0000 | EDITION
- [President's Message - Spring 2026](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/presidents-message-spring2026/) - GACP SPRING | 2026 President’s Message – Spring 2026 Anita Allen GACP President Chief, Albany State University Police Department As we welcome the arrival of Spring, we are reminded of the season’s spirit of renewal, hope, and new beginnings. Longer days and warmer weather provide wonderful opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, reconnect with neighbors, and
- [Executive Director's Message - Spring 2026](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/executive-directors-message-spring2026/) - GACP SPRING | 2026 GACP EDITION | 0000 Executive Director’s Message – Spring 2026 Butch Ayers GACP Executive Director I can’t believe that we are already in the month of April. Since the January 8th ribbon-cutting / opening of our new building in Peachtree Corners, we have already graduated two sessions of ”Chief’s School” this
- [Understanding Police Employment: How On-line Company Reviews Affect Recruitment and Explain Lack of Retention in Australian Police Organizations](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/police-employment-aus/) - Type SPRING | 2026 Understanding Police Employment: How On-line Company Reviews Affect Recruitment and Explain Lack of Retention in Australian Police Organizations Spring | 2026 Like law enforcement organizations around the world, Australia continues to experience decreased applications being submitted, greater turnover, and lower public respect. While the complex issue of recruitment and retention can
- [Police Stops and Naïve Denominators](https://gachiefs.com/ga-chief-magazine/naiive-denoms/) - Type SPRING | 2026 Police Stops and Naïve Denominators Spring | 2026 Too often individuals and organized groups tend to offer simple answers to complex problems without a rigorous evaluation. While it is commonly accepted that crime is more likely to be concentrated in small clustered ‘hot spots’, most studies of police stops are based
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