Citizen Patrols? I tought patrolling was a job for the PoliceCrime prevention is every citizen's responsability. Some communities in Phoenix already have conducted citizen patrols with success. These patrols often give people a stronger sense of ownership in their neighborhood, as well as drawing neighbors together in a common cause. The citizen patrols can be conducted on an 'as available' basis and are by no means mandatory. The Phoenix Police Department will provide the training and tools to volunteers who would like to become more involved in crime prevention aroun their neighborhoods.
The "powers" of a Phoenix Neighborhood Patrol member?Phoenix Neighborhood Patrol participants are citizens, not police officers or police department volunteers. They have no powers of arrest beyond that of any private citizen. They are trained for observation purposes only and participate for benefit of their community or neighborhood.
What are the requirements for becoming a P.N.P Member?
After the following qualifications are met, a background check will be completed. This process include a check for warrants and any criminal record. Persons listed as suspects or investigative leads on police reports will be handled on case-by-case basis. Final approval for participation in the Phoenix Neighborhood Patrol program will be at the discretion of the Patrol Division Assistant Chief of Police.
Qualifications:
- Reside in the City of Phoenix
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a valid driver license or Arizona identification card
- Complete mandatory Phoenix Neighborhood Patrol training
Disqualifiers:
- Felony convictions within the past 60 months (from time of application)
- Any pending criminal charges
- Conviction for child molestation
- Registered as a sex offender
- Adjudicated by the courts to be mentally incompetent
