Law Enforcement Orientation and Rules

Orientation and Rules

• New recruits introduce themselves with their name, academic background, law enforcement background (if applicable), expectations for the year, and unique strengths.
• The Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy (LULETA) is a law enforcement training facility with rules and procedures designed for the efficient operation of the Law Enforcement Basic Training Program.

Rules and Regulations

• Recruits must adhere to rules and follow lawful orders/commands of Academy staff.
• Academy recruits are held to a higher standard of courtesy, conduct, and obedience to the laws.

Police Bearing

• Recruits must perform basic marching maneuvers and treat Academy staff with respect and civility.
• Recruits must knock on the door before entering any office or personal space and wear Academy caps on their heads immediately after exiting the building.
• Recruits must secure red-handled training guns in the academy lockers when not on campus.

Fitness for Duty

• Recruits must not appear for class/training exercises under the influence of drugs/alcohol or show signs of such on their person.

Police Action

• Recruits must not represent themselves as a peace officer or advise the public on matters relating to police action.

Inspection/Roll Call

• Inspection/roll call commences daily with emphasis on personal appearance at the start of class.

Class Officers

• Each class has the following officers: Sergeant, Corporals, IT, and Scribe.

Classroom Rules

• Classroom seating is assigned, and recruits must have appropriate materials (notebooks, pens, pencils, I.D., etc.) when attending class.
• P.O.S.T. instruction is distinct from General Education instruction.

Uniforms and Appearance

• Recruits must possess the following items of Academy uniform equipment:
  • Class A: Black academy cap, black uniform tie, blue academy dress shirt, blue uniform trousers, soft body armor, black leather belt, black leather shoes or military style boots, black or dark blue socks, and name tag.
  • Class B: Black academy cap, black 511 performance polo shirt, black 511 TDU trousers, soft body armor, black leather belt, black military style boots.
  • Class C: T-shirt designated by Academy Director, navy blue shorts, navy blue sweat pants, navy blue sweatshirt, white cotton socks, athletic running shoes, and appropriate undergarment support.
• Recruits are allowed to wear a maximum of two pens/pencils in sewn-in pocket areas.
• Recruits must carry a small spiral notebook and Lincoln University Law Enforcement Training Academy Recruit I.D. card when in Class A and Class B uniforms.

Academic Standards

• In accordance with Missouri Department of Public Safety - P.O.S.T. Program, Jefferson College Minimum Standards of Academic Progress are superseded by P.O.S.T.
• A minimum scholastic average of 70% must be achieved for individual written examinations and for the final overall average.
• Cheating on an examination is unacceptable and will result in immediate dismissal from the Academy.

Firearms

• Recruits must successfully complete the prescribed Firearms Training Program as a condition of graduation from the Academy.
• Firearms are handled only under the direct supervision of Academy staff members.
• Recruits are not to carry firearms on their persons while off-duty or while in the Academy.

Physical Fitness

• Recruits must participate in all structured physical fitness and defensive tactics training programs in the Academy.
• Recruits must achieve the minimum standards in each of the four events: 1.5 mile run, trunk flex, sit-ups, and push-ups.

Awards

• Recognition is given to the recruit performing the highest level in each of the following areas: academics, firearms, and physical training.
• The best overall recruit is selected by the Academy Director.

Disciplinary Procedures

• The Academy has the right to dismiss any recruit prior to graduation for violation of these rules.
• A written reprimand may be issued when a violation of Academy rules and regulations is thought to be serious enough to warrant such action.
• Any recruit who receives two written reprimands will be considered on Disciplinary Probation.

Paperwork

• Recruits complete the following paperwork: Authorization for Release Information, Statement of Understanding, Recruit and Vehicle Data, and Authorization to Use Photo.

Photos

• Photos are taken of each recruit with their name placard in alphabetical order.

Soft Body Armor & Web Gear

• Recruits are provided with uniform, use and care, proper fit, and distribution instructions for soft body armor and web gear.