Community Policing

The Mt. Juliet Police Department Community Policing unit is charged with the responsibility of establishing positive communication and partnerships between the Mt. Juliet community and the police department. While all police officers are obligated to engage in community policing, the unit must assist and create avenues in which to accomplish this task.

The unit's area of responsibilities include crime prevention, HOA and neighborhood watch groups, citizen's police academies, city special events, home and commercial security surveys, Citizen Police Academy Alumni, and Police Explorers.

Services

The Mt. Juliet Police Department maintains a very active Community Policing unit, responsible for a vast array of community services.

Citizen Police Academy

Visit the Citizen Police Academy page for information.

Explorer Post No. 465

Check out the Police Explorers page for information.

Neighborhood Watch

Go to the Neighborhood Watch page for information.

Certified Child Safety Seat Installations

Mt. Juliet Fire Department can assist with child safety seat installations. Make an appointment by filling out the online Child Car Seat Installation Appointment Request.

Cops in the Classroom

Officers visit students at the local schools during their lunch or class periods. This makes the officers accessible to students for questions in a relaxed, non-threatening environment. Officers visit all local elementary, middle and high schools throughout the year.

Handgun Safety Course

This 8-hour course provides the required training for Tennessee citizens to obtain their handgun carry permit. Those interested in attending are required to submit an application. After the application is submitted, someone from the police department will contact you with your class date.
Handgun Safety Course Application Process (PDF)

National Night Out

National Night Out is a community event that encourages police-community partnerships with a night out against crime, and is held the first Tuesday in August.

Neighborhood Crime Prevention Meetings

Crime prevention meetings are conducted by the department and many meetings occur at the request of local homeowner associations for their neighborhood groups. Many topics can be presented such as home and vehicle burglary, keeping your child safe, internet safety, etc.

Police Department Tours

Tours of the police department are scheduled for local community groups (Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, etc.) through the Community Policing unit.

Rodeo for Bike Safety

A bike safety course that teaches children bike rules, accident avoidance, and proper bicycle maintenance.

Security Surveys

Security Surveys are a confidential, in-depth written report from this survey will address security vulnerabilities and outline corrective measures. The Department provides this service free of charge. If interested in having a security survey conducted, please contact the Community Policing unit.