Ongoing

48-Hour Jail Officer Academy, Lafayette County

Lafayette County Sheriff's Office 107 S. 11th St., Lexington

This 48-hour course is designed to prepare the participant for working in a jail or detention center. It focuses on developing knowledge and skills to better equip an individual for maintaining the safety and security of a facility, as they ensure the incarcerated individuals’ needs are met in a humane and legal manner. It is a MUST for individuals just beginning a career working in a jail and a friendly refresher for those who have been working in a jail for some time.

$300 – $600

48-Hour Jail Officer Academy, Scott County

Scott County Sheriff's Office 131 S. New Madrid Street, Benton

This 48-hour course is designed to prepare the participant for working in a jail or detention center. It focuses on developing knowledge and skills to better equip an individual for maintaining the safety and security of a facility, as they ensure the incarcerated individuals’ needs are met in a humane and legal manner. It is a MUST for individuals just beginning a career working in a jail and a friendly refresher for those who have been working in a jail for some time.

$300 – $600

Cell Extraction, Franklin County

Franklin County Sheriff's Office 1 Bruns Ln., Union

When cell extractions are performed, even if everything, including the preplanning and the force used, was within policy, consistent with training, well supervised, and objectively reviewed, excessive force complaints as well as lawsuit litigation often follows. In short, cell extractions are a risk management nightmare.

Free – $100