The Emerald Isle Police Department will undergo an assessment on February 16, 2026, as part of its pursuit of law enforcement accreditation. This assessment, conducted by the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) program, is designed to ensure that our department meets established professional standards.

The accreditation process evaluates various aspects of law enforcement operations, including policies and procedures, administration, support services, training, facilities management, safety, and record-keeping. These standards are crucial for maintaining high-quality public safety services.

We invite both agency employees and community members to provide feedback on the Emerald Isle Police Department’s adherence to NCLEA's standards. Comments should be submitted via email or mail by February 15, 2026, one day before the on-site assessment. All feedback will be reviewed by the Assessment Team.

For details on the NCLEA standards, please visit the North Carolina Department of Justice website at NCLEA Standards (https://ncdoj.gov/north-carolina-law-enforcement-accreditation/).

To submit your comments, please email them to NCaccred@ncdoj.gov, including "Emerald Isle Police Department" in the subject line, or mail them to:

North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA)
 ATT: NCLEA Program Manager

PO Drawer 149

Raleigh, NC 27602

Thank you for your participation and support in this important process.