To acquaint Brighton residents and merchants with the Brighton Police Department's responsibilities and legal issues as the agency enforces laws within the criminal justice system, the Department designed the Brighton Citizens' Police Academy. Participation in the Academy reinforces the importance of a strong community police partnership.

In addition to Brighton Police Department presenters, previous guest presenters have included Brighton Town Judges, the Monroe County District Attorney, the Monroe County Public Defender, and police K-9 units. There have been field trips to the 911 Center, the Monroe County Jail, and the Public Safety Training Facility. Examples of topics that have been presented include: 
  

• Crime scene investigations
• Theories of prosecution and defense
• Vehicle, traffic, drug and DWI law enforcement
• Domestic violence
• Legal issues, the judicial system, and rights of the accused
• Police training

The Brighton Police Department offered an eight-week Citizens’ Police Academy in September/October 2018. The session was limited to 25 students, with preference given to Brighton residents. Dates for the next session are not yet determined. For more information about the Citizens' Police Academy, please contact Sgt. Allison Laubacher at (585) 784-5131 or via email.