Policies & training
Azusa Police Department
Department Policies for Public Review
The Azusa Police Department Policy Manual is a living document that evolves with changing laws, legal precedents, and best practices in modern policing. In compliance with Senate Bill 978, this manual is available to the public to promote transparency and accountability.
The online version is reviewed annually to ensure it reflects the most current policies and procedures guiding our department. You can access the latest version using the link below:
Professional Training and Certification
The Azusa Police Department exceeds California POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) requirements to ensure every officer is prepared to serve with skill and confidence. New recruits receive over 980 hours of academy training—well beyond the state minimum—and all officers complete an average of 100 hours of advanced training every two years, four times the state mandate.
Our team partners with the San Bernardino and Orange County Sheriff’s Academies to ensure trainees are equipped with both technical knowledge and real-world readiness.
Preparing for Real-World Challenges
We believe that training should reflect the realities officers face every day. From de-escalation and crisis response to weapons proficiency and defensive tactics, our programs are designed to prepare officers for high-stress situations with clarity and control.
Officers receive continuing education in critical areas like active shooter response, use-of-force protocols, off-duty readiness, and weapon malfunction drills—ensuring that when it matters most, they’re ready.
The department’s force training program is nationally recognized for its use of Krav Maga and its ongoing commitment to safe, effective arrest control techniques. We also emphasize pursuit safety and emergency vehicle operation through biannual training at the San Bernardino Emergency Vehicle Operations Center.
Modern Policing with a Community Mission
The Azusa Police Department consists of 55 sworn police officers and 28 civilian professionals, working together to provide 24/7 public safety services throughout the city. Officers are assigned to essential units such as Patrol, Traffic, and the Detective Bureau, and many also take on specialized responsibilities that support public outreach, training, and advanced response. Our department includes officers with expertise in areas such as gang intervention, field training, school resource programs, crisis response, emergency management, and digital communications. Civilian personnel support operations through records management, dispatch, administration, and community coordination. As Azusa grows, our department continues to evolve—investing in professional development, advanced technology, and neighborhood-based policing strategies that reflect the needs and values of our residents.