COLUMBUS, Ohio –Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the latest Ohio law enforcement agencies to achieve accreditation through the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program, with the Bridgeport Police Department among those earning the honor.
Governor DeWine created the program in 2024 to recognize law enforcement agencies that voluntarily meet or exceed nearly three dozen state standards of professional excellence that address core responsibilities such as professional conduct, bias-free policing, crisis intervention, and community engagement.
The newest agencies to achieve accreditation include: Beachwood Police Department, Beaver Township Police Department, Boardman Township Police Department, Bridgeport Police Department, Cleveland State University Police Department, Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office, Gallia County Sheriff’s Office, Hamilton Township Police Department, Independence Police Department, Medina Police Department, Miami County Parks Police Department, Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office, and Summit County Sheriff’s Office.
“Attaining accreditation through this program is a prestigious achievement,” said Governor DeWine. “Those living in communities served by an accredited department can be confident that their local law enforcement agency demonstrates exceptional professionalism and meets Ohio’s high expectations for excellence in public safety services.”
