But, that stood atop the complaint list. To that end, the department has begun testing portable radar equipment, which officers set up along side the road. It displays each driver's speed and begins flashing red lights when they exceed the limit. The department may try to buy the radar using public and private funds, Chief Paul said. The department also sent out the survey as part of its effort to become accredited with the Virginia Professional Law Enforcement Standards Commission.
Accreditation requires member departments to set and adhere to professional guidelines.
Chief Paul hopes the department will be accredited within six months.