KINGMAN — The Kingman Police Department has announced that its Property and Evidence Section has earned accreditation through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ALEAP)—completing what ALEAP refers to as “The Trilogy”: accreditation of KPD’s law enforcement agency, dispatch center, and now property and evidence operations. The award was presented during the ALEAP conference in Prescott, Arizona. Chief Rusty Cooper also highlighted this accomplishment during Tuesday’s City Council meeting. This distinction places Kingman among a select group of only a handful of agencies statewide to achieve all three levels of ALEAP accreditation. Arizona remains the only state in the nation offering this full spectrum of professional accreditation.
What Accreditation Means: ALEAP accreditation represents a rigorous, independent review of a department’s policies, procedures, and practices. It confirms that KPD meets and maintains the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and service. ALEAP standards exceed national benchmarks and are quickly becoming the preferred model for law enforcement agencies across Arizona.
Accreditation is more than a certificate—it’s a continual process of improvement that ensures KPD operates under nationally recognized best practices. It builds community trust, strengthens leadership development, and positions the department to continue qualifying for future federal grant funding.
