Criminal Justice

About The Program

Criminal Justice Planning provides technical assistance and training for current and prospective criminal justice grantees in the ATCOG region. The Criminal Justice program provides approximately 300 units of service annually, and receives funding from the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office (CJD).

The Regional Law Enforcement Training program provides basic and advanced training for current and potential law enforcement officers through East Texas Police Academy.  Students must be sponsored/representing an agency located in the ATCOG region. CJD provides funding to train approximately 700 officers annually. This program is funded by a grant through CJD.

The Purchase of Juvenile Services program provides funds to allow juvenile probation departments in the ATCOG region to purchase quality services for juveniles. Juvenile services to be purchased include detention, psychological evaluations, and emergency medical and dental services. This program is also funded by a grant through CJD.

If you are interested in law enforcement training at East Texas Police Academy you can: View the East Texas Police Academy Training Calendar or Pre-register for a class. 

Out-of region training funds are also available on a reimbursement basis with the required request and documentation.

Important Links

All About Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Northeast Texas Criminal Justice Regional Community Plan for FY2011  Click here for Notice Regarding Review of the Northeast Texas Regional Community Plan.

Regional Criminal Justice Advisory Committee (RCJAC) Policy Guidelines(Word Document)

Regional Criminal Justice Advisory Committee Members (Word Document)

Regional Criminal Justice Advisory Committee Bylaws (Word Document)