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LAFAYETTE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police Unit

LAFAYETTE POLICE DEPARTMENT

900 East University Avenue
Lafayette LA 70502

Contact: Public Information Officer
Phone: 337-291-8600
Email: PIOLPD@lafayettelA.gov

How Do I?

To apply for the Citizen's Academy summer 2026 session, please complete the application below and submit it along with a photocopy of your ID or driver's license. You can submit your materials in one of two ways:

Applying to become a Police Explorer is easy! Here's how you can get started:

Parents or guardians of children ages 14 to 19 can apply by calling or emailing::

You can also reach out with any questions you may have. To see what our training is like, you can visit our Facebook page at Lafayette Police Explorer Post 911 for videos.

You can find which precinct you live in by accessing the map below and typing in your address in the search bar.

Precincts Map

To report an anonymous tip, go to http://www.lafayettecrimestoppers.com/sitemenu.aspx?ID=153 or call 337-232-8477.

Restraining orders can be applied for through the Lafayette Parish Courthouse located at 800 S. Buchanan St. Lafayette, LA 70501.

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© Lafayette Consolidated Government
Physical Address: 705 West University Avenue, Lafayette, LA
General Information/Questions: (337) 291-8200 or 311