Such agreements are in writing and well understood by all parties. Accreditation promotes standardization of operational policies thereby increasing efficiency in handling calls for assistance, referrals, and joint investigations. Accreditation requires participation in statewide radio, fingerprint, criminal information and crime reporting systems. Accreditation Benefits for the College Accreditation provides assurance that the College's law enforcement agency is delivering a high level of service to citizens in the agency's service area. Accreditation provides objective measures in justifying decisions relating to budget requests and personnel policies.
Accreditation reduces the likelihood of vicarious liability suits against the agency.
Accreditation can reduce the cost of liability insurance for the agency. Accreditation Benefits for the College Community Accreditation demonstrates the commitment of the agency to professionalism in terms of adherence to a body of national standards. Accreditation enhances community understanding of the law enforcement agency's role as well as its goals and objectives. Accreditation assures the community that its law enforcement agency is committed to the provision of services of the highest quality and that its policies and procedures are effective and responsive on the one hand, and fair and equitable on the other. Accreditation promotes community cooperation and understanding.