General Info

Fairfax County Police Department is a public safety agency that provides law enforcement services to the citizens of Fairfax County, Va. Its child abuse unit investigates sexual and physical abuse cases against juvenile victims. The department offers a 35-hour program, Citizens Police Academy, which provides an opportunity for citizens to learn about departmental resources and programs. It provides information on various topics, such as police training, narcotics-related issues, explosive ordnance and tactical teams, crime scene investigations, neighborhood patrol units, crime analysis, traffic management and station-level programs. Fairfax County Police Department s emergency management unit provides emergency mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery services. It maintains a location in Alexandria, Va., and is accredited by the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission.