All States are eligible to submit a State plan.
Participants must be citizens of the United States or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence, possess the necessary mental and physical capabilities and moral characteristics to be an effective police officer, be of good character, meet the standards of the police force with which they will serve, and demonstrate sincere motivation and dedication to law enforcement and public service. Applicants are selected on a competitive basis. Interested individuals and law enforcement agencies should contact the State lead agency for specific requirements. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Individual participants are selected on a competitive basis by participating States and assigned to specific police or sheriffs' departments.