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Citizens Academy Application

Applications for the next Citizens Academy are being accepted until 5 p.m. Aug. 1, 2024. The Charleston County Citizens Academy touches on every aspect of our agency, from law to detention to judicial enforcement, helping Charleston County residents better understand how our agency works to keep them safe. The class format includes presentations from our deputies, as well as hands-on activities, tours, and impactful storytelling. Applicants must be 18 years of age, a resident of Charleston County, and must fill out the following form to be considered for the class. For questions, please contact Capt. Fletcher Ferguson at fferguson@charlestoncounty.org. Each class will be held on a Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Law Enforcement Center. The class will be held on the following dates: Aug. 14, 21, and 28; Sept. 4, 11, 18, and 25; and Oct. 2, 9, 16, and 23

Applicant information

First Name:

Middle Name:

Last Name:

Address 1:

Address 2:

City:

State:

Zip:

Date of Birth:

Phone:

Email:

Race:

Sex:

Driver's License #:

Social Security #:

Occupation:

Employer:

Weight:

Height:

Have you ever been arrested? Yes No

If yes, please list when, where, and the offense(s):

Emergency Contact Name:

Emergency Contact Phone:

Agreement

 A records check will be conducted on all applicants. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office reserves the right to deny entry to the Citizens Academy based on the findings of the records check. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify.

 This application authorizes the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office to release criminal arrest history information on myself using the information provided. The result is indicative of what is on file based on the identifiers provided and not conclusive as a complete criminal arrest history.

 The information obtained herein reflects criminal history on file with the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office ONLY. It does not reflect criminal records with the North Charleston Police Department, Charleston City Police Department, or any other agency.

 I do hereby authorize the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office to release any information in their files using the information provided. I understand that the information released may prove unfavorable to me. I agree to hold any source of information blameless for any error in reporting this information. I hereby release all individuals from any liability arising out of, or resulting from, the release of this information.

 The information of this application is true. I authorize the Charleston County Sheriff's Office to conduct a records check on me based on this application.

Signature (Type your name):

 

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