Public Invited to Comment on Phoenix Police Reaccreditation Through December 1

PHOENIX — Residents and Phoenix Police Department employees can submit feedback from November 1 through December 1, 2026, as the department enters its first reaccreditation cycle through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program, known as ALEAP.

The Phoenix Police Department joined ALEAP in 2021. According to the department’s announcement, participation is intended to strengthen operations, increase transparency, and support accountability to the community.

Assessors Will Review Department Operations

An ALEAP assessment team will conduct an on-site review December 1–3, 2026, examining the department’s policies, procedures, management practices, operations, and support services.

Accreditation is voluntary and recognizes agencies that meet established professional standards and commit to continuous improvement.

The Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police, or AACOP, serves as the accrediting body for Arizona.

How to Submit Public Feedback

Community members and department employees are invited to provide comments for the ALEAP Assessment Team through the ALEAP community feedback form.

The department identifies public input as an important component of the assessment process.

Public comment period: November 1–December 1, 2026
On-site assessment: December 1–3, 2026
Submit comments: ALEAP Assessment Team feedback form

Accreditation Requires Ongoing Compliance

Accreditation is valid for four years. During that period, the department must submit annual reports demonstrating continued compliance with the standards under which it was accredited.

More information about the accrediting organization is available through the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police.

Source: Phoenix Police Department reaccreditation announcement.

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