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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Apr 4, 2025

The Memphis Police Department has withdrawn its accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), a credentialing organization that ensures law enforcement agencies meet professional standards, The Daily Memphian reports. CALEA accredits 7% to 8% of U.S. law enforcement agencies, with standards covering topics such as hiring practices and patrol strategies. A regional program manager for CALEA’s Southeast region said it is common for agencies to voluntarily withdraw, with reasons ranging from budgetary issues to staffing shortages or the need to revise policies after significant events. Other local and state departments, including the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department and the Knoxville Police Department, remain accredited by CALEA.