GAINESVILLE - The Gainesville Police Department will launch its fourth Citizens Police Academy next month. <br>
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Chief Frank Hooper says this year's six-week program, designed to educate citizens with all areas of law enforcement administration and operations, will include classes on criminal procedures. <br>
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Students will also participate in a patrol "ride along." <br>
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Enrollment is open to all residents of Gainesville and Hall County who are at least 21, and each applicant shall be subject to a criminal history background check and must have a clear criminal history (exceptions are minor traffic offenses).<br>
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Classes begin July 10 and will be held Thursdays for six weeks from 7:00-9:00 each night. <br>
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To enroll or for more information, contact Officer Charles Newman at (770) 503-7198, Officer Sandy Nix at (770) 534-1950 or Sergeant Carol Martin (770) 297-5423.