This is accomplished by submitting the data on a departmental form. Successful applicants are then issued a permit by the Chief of Police under certain guidelines. During 1996 the Department handled over 17,000 calls for service. These calls range from simple barking dogs to major felonies. The most common calls involve officers responding to domestic violence calls, alarm calls, and motor vehicle accidents.
All officers go through an intense training program at state sponsored police academies.
These academies have a duration of approximately four months. While in training officers obtain an in-depth knowledge of topics such as basic first aid, domestic violence, and the right of arrest. Knowledge of streets, dealing with people, and departmental policies and procedures are dealt with in detail. This is only a partial list and is in no way meant to be a complete list. The Canton Police Department maintains a variety of equipment for the officers' use.