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Academy training for recruit officers lasts approximately 37 weeks. MPD recruit officers complete a full program of classroom, scenario, physical, and tactical training to prepare them for the challenges of being a police officer.
Academy training for recruit officers lasts approximately 37 weeks. MPD recruit officers complete a full program of classroom, scenario, physical, and tactical training to prepare them for the challenges of being a police officer.
Pursuant to the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, effective April 21, 2023 (D.C. Act 24-781), the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is required to publish data on its overtime spending.
Adverse Action Hearings begin at 9:00 am unless otherwise noted. Hearing dates are subject to change and may occur at any time.
Please refer to the Administrative Rules of Conduct and Procedures for further information and details regarding Adverse Action Hearings.
The Metropolitan Police Department sponsors Safe Haven events in each of the seven police districts. Check out all the 2025 Halloween events hosted by the Metropolitan Police Department.
Halloween Safety brochure offering a variety of of tips to ensure trick-or-treaters remain safe while enjoying this annual holiday tradition.
On Saturday, October 18, 2025, at approximately 9:43 pm, Mr. Eric Jones was shot and killed in the 3200 block of 15th Place, SE. The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s assistance in gathering information regarding this homicide.

