Accreditation

The Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. (CFA) was established by charter on December 13, 1994, and incorporated on February 9, 1995. It is an independent, tax-exempt, not-for-profit corporation designated as the accrediting body for Florida law enforcement agencies and Inspectors General Offices. The Commission’s purpose is to establish a program for accreditation that can be achieved by all Florida law enforcement agencies and IG Offices.

The Fort Pierce Police Department has been accredited since October 8, 1998. The Department has successfully completed seven Accreditation cycles with the most recent being awarded on February 23, 2023.

What is Accreditation?

  • Accreditation is the certification by an independent reviewing authority.
  • It requires an in-depth review of every aspect of the agency’s organization, management, operations, and administration.
  • Accreditation requires an agency to meet 235 Standards mandated by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation.

 Importance of Accreditation

  • Accreditation is a desirable award that symbolizes professionalism, excellence, and competence.
  • Accreditation is a desirable award that symbolizes professionalism, excellence, and competence.
  • It assures that the agency is trained and functioning according to established policies and procedures.
  • Members take pride in knowing their agency represents the very best in law enforcementAccreditation Certificate