The Keizer Police Department is pleased to announce its successful re-accreditation through the Northwest Accreditation Alliance, a respected regional program that the U.S. Attorney General’s Office has designated as the State of Oregon’s independent credentialing body for the purpose of certifying compliance with the U.S. Department of Justice standards of certification on safe policing principles.

The rigorous re-accreditation process spanned from October 2024 to December 2024 and included a comprehensive review of policies, procedures, operations, and practices. An independent assessment team thoroughly examined compliance with over 100 best practice standards covering areas such as use-of-force, training, recruitment and selection, evidence handling, safety, fiscal management and community relations.

“Maintaining our accreditation is paramount to ensuring that members of the Keizer Police Department are employing the most current best practices as established and that have evolved from state, federal, and local community expectations.  It demonstrates our commitment to providing high-quality professional services to our stakeholders,” said Lt. Trevor Wenning.

The Northwest Accreditation Alliance recognizes law enforcement agencies that demonstrate professional excellence and compliance with established best practices. Keizer Police Department first received accreditation in 2018 and has maintained its accredited status through each three-year review cycle since. 

For more information about the accreditation program, visit https://www.oracall.org/the-process/.  

For more information, please contact:  

Lt. Trevor Wenning

Keizer Police Department

Email:  wenningt@keizeror.gov 

Phone:  503-390-3713 ext. 3508