Wilmington police become first agency in North Carolina to earn reaccreditation

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department has become the first law enforcement agency in North Carolina to earn reaccreditation through a statewide program, the department announced.

The program requires agencies to meet standards covering policies, administration, support services, training, facilities, safety and records management, among other areas.

The department said the achievement reflects its officers’ and professional staff’s commitment to maintaining standards and improving service to the community.

In 2023, Wilmington police were among the first agencies in the state to receive initial accreditation from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.